Program Development Intern

About the role#

The Program Development Intern will support food security fundraising initiatives by conducting proactive research, identifying new funding opportunities, and assisting with the development of grant pipelines and prospect tracking systems. This role provides hands-on exposure to nonprofit fundraising strategy with an emphasis on food access, community nutrition, and food security programs. The internship aligns with the nonprofit fundraising calendar, focusing on the summer months when grant opportunities, RFP releases, and foundation deadlines are most intensive.

What you'll do#

• Conduct proactive fundraising research focused on food security, nutrition access, and community-based food programs.
• Identify and track foundation, corporate, and government funding opportunities, including deadlines, eligibility criteria, and funding priorities.
• Maintain and update fundraising research trackers, calendars, and prospect lists.
• Support the program development team with early-stage grant preparation, including summarizing RFPs, drafting opportunity briefs, and compiling background materials.
• Monitor seasonal funding trends to help anticipate upcoming opportunities during peak summer grant cycles.
• Assist with additional food security fundraising tasks, such as data gathering, impact research, and donor landscape analysis.

What you'll need#

• Enrollment in a master’s (preferred) or undergraduate program with a focus on Public Health, Social Work, Food Justice, or a relevant field.
• A strong interest in nonprofit fundraising, program development, or food security.
• Excellent research, organization, and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.

Location & details#

• Location: New York, NY (Hybrid work model).
• Term: Summer 2026 (20-week duration).
• Commitment: Part-time, 8 hours per week.
• Compensation: Paid ($20.00 – $22.00 per hour).