Development & Fundraising Intern

Reports To: CEO or Development Liaison (if appointed) Location: PRAB Main Office, East Brunswick, NJ Type: Unpaid Internship 15-30 hours/week (based on university program requirements) Fall, Spring, or Summer Semester Position Summary PRAB is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Development & Fundraising Intern to support our growing efforts to secure funding and expand donor engagement. This internship offers hands-on experience in nonprofit development, including grant research, donor stewardship, fundraising campaigns, and the infrastructure that supports long-term financial sustainability. This is an excellent opportunity for students passionate about nonprofit leadership, social justice, public policy, or philanthropy. Internship Hours 15-30 hours/week, based on university program requirements and flexible across 2-4 days (between 9:00 am-5:00 pm). Must be available at least two consistent days per week. In-person participation is required. Key Responsibilities Research and document prospective funders, grants, and corporate partners aligned with PRAB's mission Maintain and update a funder tracking system (Excel, SharePoint, or Airtable) Assist with drafting funding descriptions, inquiry emails, and stewardship communications Support the planning and execution of donor engagement campaigns Conduct background research to inform grant applications and sponsorship pitches Collaborate with the CEO or Development Liaison (if appointed) to strengthen PRAB's case for support Sample Project Opportunities Build a comprehensive funder landscape matrix to support annual grant strategy Develop a donor stewardship toolkit with thank-you templates, outreach ideas, and calendar prompts Create a pitch deck or proposal brief for a mini campaign aligned with PRAB's impact areas (e.g., early childhood, housing, arts, civic engagement) Ideal Candidate Majoring in Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Policy, Business, or a related field Strong written communication and research skills Comfortable with spreadsheets, databases, and detail-oriented work Passionate about racial, economic, or housing justice Experience with Google Sheets, Airtable, Excel, or grant platforms is a plus What You'll Gain Real-world experience supporting nonprofit fundraising and strategy Exposure to high-level leadership and institutional advancement work Mentorship and coaching from experienced fund developers Internship credit (if applicable) and a final letter of recommendation Strong writing samples and campaign experience for your portfolio

Created: 2026-03-07