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 internship provides hands-on exposure to nonprofit fundraising strategy, with a focus on food access, community nutrition, and food security programs. The role is designed to align with the nonprofit fundraising calendar, specifically during the summer months when grant opportunities, RFP releases, and foundation deadlines are at their peak.

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#

• Current enrollment in a master’s (preferred) or undergraduate program with a focus on Public Health, Social Work, Food Justice, or a relevant field.
• Strong interest in nonprofit fundraising, program development, or food security.
• Excellent research, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written communication and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with social justice, food access, or community-based programs is preferred.

Location & details#

• Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
• Term: Summer 2026
• Duration: 20 weeks
• Schedule: Part-time, 8 hours per week
• Compensation: Paid ($20.00 - $22.00 per hour)