Grant Writing Intern

Reports to:

Director of Development

Job Summary:

Our organization is searching for a reliable, flexible, and task-oriented intern who is an experienced writer. The intern will work directly with the Director of Development and will be taught how to manage the grant submission process, including: identifying a funding opportunity, discerning for mission compatibility between organizations, nurturing funding relationships, applying for a grant, and appropriate follow-up when funding is given. The intern will be given opportunities to manage entry-level grant applications and will be responsible for fulfilling tasks that will support the Director of Development’s management of significant funding relationships as needed.


The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, capable of managing their workload once trained and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment. To be successful in this role, you should be well-organized, have great time management skills, be ready to learn and open to constructive feedback. The intern will develop a clear understanding of the goals and objectives of the Turner Foundation in relation to its mission and progress. The intern will also develop functional knowledge of using the Salesforce platform for Development purposes.

Working Environment / Minimum Physical Requirement:

Must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential duties of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. Requires light physical activity such as phone and computer work. May require walking, driving, light lifting, stooping, crouching, and bending. Background check will be taken upon commencement of internship and results will be submitted to the Turner Foundation office.

Skills, Knowledge and Personal Characteristics:

The following attributes are desirable for job success: exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; organizational skills; attention to detail and project coordination and accuracy; ability to work under pressure; self-motivated and self-directed; ability to assert oneself; exemplary time management skills; ability to work with staff in solving problems and ability to take direction and function as part of a team.

Areas of Responsibility:


General Responsibilities:

  • Support with any projects/tasks requested by Director of Development that supports the overall success of the Turner Foundation

  • Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner

  • Format information for internal and external communication – memos, emails, presentations, reports

  • Uphold a strict level of confidentiality

  • Develop and sustain a level of professionalism among staff and clientele

    Grant Writing Responsibilities

  • Support donor engagement and positive relationships with grant-making organizations

  • Work with the Director of Development to submit timely, accurate, and moving grant
    requests

  • Manage grant processes using Salesforce

  • Work with the Director of Development to accurately report on the impact of past grant making so as to set the foundation up for success in the next grant-making cycle

  • Support data collection on effectiveness of programs (and other applicable projects) and create reports or signage for potential donors, presentations, advertisement/marketing purposes

  • Responsible for various tasks as assigned by the Director of Development


Skills and Other Requirements:

  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, with an ability to become familiar with organization-specific programs and software

  • Proficiency in collaboration and delegation of duties

  • Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills

  • Friendly and professional demeanor

  • Familiarity with office gadgets and applications (e.g. e-calendars and copy machines)

  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills

  • Discretion and confidentiality

  • High School degree

Intern Will Learn And Be Exposed To: 

The intern will be given the opportunity to work in the field that promotes a community engagement and responsibility while fostering dynamic problem solving and solutions. They will receive an inside look at a potential career in youth development, non-profit management, donor relations, and property management. They will also be given the opportunity to form experiences and relationships they can build on in the future. 

  • Understanding the emotions and perspective of others.

  • How to create meaningful community partnerships.

  • How to cooperate and work as a team.

  • How to effectively plan and organize donor receptions and events.

  • Real world knowledge of working in a professional non-profit setting.

  • How to use social media platforms, scheduling tools, and strategies.

  • How to create community-based solutions.

  • Broaden strategic thinking and planning.

  • How to communicate with current partners and cultivate new relationships.

  • How to be adaptable and maintain a professional appearance in & out of the office.

Details:

  • Part-time position

  • Hours: 6-9 hours per week

  • General job schedule will be in the hours of Monday-Friday 9-5, pending the intern’s
    availability.

Miscellaneous:

The qualifications requirements, physical demands and work environment characteristics described in this internship description are representative of those that must be met by an intern to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this internship. This internship description in no way states or implies that the essential duties described are the only responsibilities. The intern is required to follow any other instruction and to perform any other work duties at the request of the supervisor or other management personal. Interns, when appropriate, are expected to positively promote The Turner Foundation’s mission and when called upon assist Director of Development in fundraising and donation efforts/events.


If Interested:

Please email your resume to Anna Beebe Wilkens at anna@theturnerfoundation.com

Turner Foundation Mission Statement:

“The Turner Foundation’s mission is to serve the community by owning and operating low-income apartment communities, as well as providing programs and services.”

** This internship description in no way implies that the essential duties described are the only responsibilities. The intern will be required to follow and additional instruction and/or perform and additional work requested by their supervisor. Interns are expected to positively promote The Turner Foundation’s Mission and when called upon, assist in all Fundraising opportunities and special events.

The Turner Foundation reserves the right to revise or change internship duties as the need arises. This internship description does not constitute a written or implied contract of internship. 

Nolan Anderson