To Apply:
- Online Application- https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteer.html
- Complete online application and email cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to jbraun@tubman.org
Black, Indigenous, and people of color, multilingual speakers, people of all gender identities,
people with disabilities, and veterans are all encouraged to apply.
Role Summary
The Grant Writing Intern is responsible for assisting Tubman’s grant writing team. The position includes researching grant opportunities, writing grant proposals and reports, and gathering and analyzing data and organizational outcomes.
Impact & Benefits
- Make a difference by helping to secure public and private grants, which provide financial support for Tubman, enabling our organization to continue to serve clients
- Gain valuable grant writing experience within a nonprofit social service organization
- Learn more about behind-the-scenes nonprofit fundraising efforts
Position Responsibilities
- Research grant opportunities, including funder priorities, recently funded proposals, requirements, and deadlines
- Gather and analyze data on community demographics and service trends
- Communicate with program staff to get updates on client services and outcomes
- Assist in writing corporate, foundation, and government letters of inquiry, proposals and reports
Qualifications & Expectations
Position Qualifications
- Strong professional writing and editing skills, ability to write clearly and persuasively
- Proficient with Microsoft office and internet research
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently
- Ability to work with diverse teams to foster a culturally inclusive environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Must have a laptop and reliable internet connection
Time Commitment & Availability
- 10-15 hours per week for 6+ months. Must have daytime weekday availability.
Supervision & Training
- Attend Tubman’s five-part Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Training series
- Supervised by the Grants and Contract Manager and the Grant Writer
To Apply
- Complete online application and email cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to jbraun@tubman.org
Organization
Tubman offers safety, hope, and healing to people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who are facing relationship violence, sexual assault, exploitation, homelessness, addiction, mental health challenges, or other forms of trauma. We provide safe shelter and housing, legal services, mental and chemical health services, youth programs, and more. www.tubman.org
