Nonprofit Development Intern - Focus on Grant Writing and Research

Position Title: Nonprofit Development Intern - Focus on Grant Writing (Onsite)

Location: Brooklyn, NY and New Jersey (Onsite)

Total Weekly Hours: 10-30 hours

Duration: Minimum 3-month commitment (extension opportunities available)

Are you a student looking to earn internship hours, or a rising professional eager to build your skills in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and strategy? Join a team that’s transforming lives-and grow while making real impact across New York and New Jersey communities.

About the Organization

Find Community Connection Project (FCCP) is a youth-focused nonprofit with operations in Brooklyn and New Jersey. We provide professional development training, mentorship, and financial literacy support for underserved young people. FCCP is a safe and inspiring space where youth become confident job seekers and active community contributors.

About the Role

We’re seeking a passionate, self-driven Strategic Development & Fundraising Intern to help us grow our network of supporters, expand our funding base, and develop long-lasting community and institutional partnerships.

You’ll play a key role in:

• Raising funds through creative campaigns, grant research, and donor outreach
• Building relationships with new partners, sponsors, and supporters
• Supporting grant proposals and donor reports
• Planning fundraising events, donor communications, and corporate engagement strategies
• Contributing to social impact storytelling that fuels donations and partnerships

This role is perfect for students in public administration, communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or business-or anyone seeking meaningful hands-on experience in development, grant writing, and social impact strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and track grant and sponsorship opportunities
• Assist with writing and preparing grant proposals and reports
• Brainstorm and contribute to new donor campaigns and fundraising strategies
• Help organize and promote fundraising events
• Support database and relationship management with donors and sponsors
• Collaborate with marketing and communications team to align messaging and fundraising goals

Ideal Candidate

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Passionate about youth development and community equity
• Organized, proactive, and eager to learn
• Interested in fundraising, nonprofit strategy, social impact, or grant writing
• Familiar with Google Workspace, Canva, or CRM tools (a plus, but not required)

Perks & Benefits

• Earn internship hours or build your resume with real-world nonprofit experience
• Gain exposure to grant writing, fundraising strategy, and partnership development
• Work with a passionate and inclusive team
• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work setup
• Access to professional development events and networking opportunities

This role requires you to come into office on all days.