Grant Writing Internship

If you are interested in this position, please e-mail us with your résumé, a cover letter and a brief writing sample

Description-

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) is seeking a creative, self-motivated, and detail-orientated intern.  This intern will learn skills and implementing strategies to research grant opportunities, organize grant deadlines, develop grant writing strategies/develop and organize conceptual frameworks for each of CCANO’s grant-seeking programs, and apply to grants.

Responsibilities-

• Drafting, revise and organize documents for grant proposals
• Research grant possibilities
• Assist with the grant submission process
• Assist with maintaining grant deadline calendar
• Create something new: take on one project of your own that helps to advance the company's mission. This is your opportunity to build your professional portfolio and leave your mark on the agency
• Help develop a grant writing strategy

Qualifications-

• College Junior or above/Graduate student or recent graduate
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills and attention to detail
• Passion for problem-solving
• Interest in data analysis
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office and Excel
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision

Commitment-

The start and end date will be determined once you have been accepted, but the dates are negotiable. Typically all internships are around 3-4 months and require at least 10 hours of work per week, though a longer commitment is welcomed and encouraged.

Compensation-

This is an unpaid internship, but is a fantastic way to gain experience working in the nonprofit sector. As an alternative, we are glad to give academic credit to those eligible – please let us know when applying if this is something you are interested in. This internship is also eligible for those looking to work remotely.