Junior Grant Writer

About the Company

EthicWise AI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that equips middle and high school students to become creators, not just consumers of ethical AI knowledge. Through peer-to-peer learning, students engage in projects that explore fairness, bias, and responsibility in technology, transforming their creative work into educational resources for global peers. Our mission is to foster youth leadership in shaping a more ethical and inclusive digital future.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Grant Writer to support our development team in identifying and preparing funding proposals. This role is ideal for early-career professionals interested in nonprofit fundraising and proposal development.

Responsibilities

• Research funding opportunities using databases and public sources.
• Draft and edit proposals, LOIs, and cover letters.
• Track deadlines and reporting requirements.
• Collect program data and collaborate with internal teams.
• Maintain organized digital grant files and CRM updates.
• Assist with post-award reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field.
• 0–2 years experience in grant writing or nonprofit development.
• Strong persuasive writing and editing skills.
• High attention to detail and formatting accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and grant management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with foundation, state, and federal grant formats.
• Basic understanding of nonprofit budgeting and financial reporting.
• Experience within AI, tech, or other relevant sectors.

Skills You Will Gain

• Foundational grant writing and proposal development expertise
• Prospect research and funding alignment analysis skills
• Understanding of nonprofit funding structures and compliance
• Budget narrative and financial coordination exposure
• CRM and grant tracking system proficiency
• Deadline management under structured funding cycles
• Cross-functional collaboration with program and finance teams
• Professional writing refinement and persuasive storytelling
• Knowledge of federal, state, and foundation funding ecosystems

Time commitment & benefits

• Time: Remote, flexible, and at least 6 month commitment.
• Certified volunteer service hours: Use them for school or extracurricular requirements.
• Resume builder: meaningful experience you can list on college and job applications.
• Customized recommendation letter: strong contributors receive a tailored recommendation to support college or job applications.
• Thought leadership & global impact: Show your thought leadership about artificial intelligence (AI) and educate students around the world.

How to apply

• Submit your application using this form: https://forms.gle/vfz2pmYYjweXLZPH9
• Email contact@ethicwiseai.org with any questions.
• Visit ethicwiseai.org for more information
• Our team reviews applications within 14 days and will email you about the next steps.