Development Grants Intern

Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington DC seeks a mission-driven Development Grants Intern to support fundraising for reproductive and sexual health services. The intern will research prospective funders, help draft and edit grant proposals, track deadlines, and assist with reports to foundations and institutional donors. Working closely with development staff, this role blends writing, data organization, and project coordination. Ideal for students or early-career professionals interested in nonprofit development, public health, and reproductive rights, with opportunities for learning and mentorship in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Research prospective grantmakers and funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities

• Assist in drafting, editing, and formatting grant proposals and letters of inquiry

• Help compile data, stories, and outcomes for grant reports to funders

• Track grant deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements

• Support maintenance of accurate records in donor or grants databases

• Collaborate with development, programs, and finance staff to gather information

• Assist with organizing files, templates, and grant-related documentation

• Contribute to research on trends in reproductive health and funding landscapes Required Skills

• Grant research

• Grant proposal writing

• Editing and proofreading

• Data analysis and reporting

• Donor database or CRM basics

• Microsoft Office/Google Suite

• Time management

• Project coordination

• Nonprofit fundraising concepts

• Written and verbal communication