Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Grant Management Intern to join our team in Atlanta, GA. This internship is an excellent opportunity for a current graduate/undergraduate student to gain exposure to the operations of a large international organization while practicing and applying Grant Management methods to maximize the reach of IRC programming.
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the Grants Coordinator to review IRC Atlanta's donor prospecting strategy.
- Grow a database for opportunities identified and conduct ongoing research related to pre-award grant opportunities.
- Update grants calendar regularly.
- Attend grants webinars and information sessions.
- Draft grant proposals for Grant Coordinator or Development Director review.
- Provide support as needed in other areas of identified projects.
- Submit intern hours on volunteer dashboard.
- Other duties as assigned.
Learning Objectives:
- Gain experience in grant management, a crucial skill to move up in the non-profit sector.
- Learn about the pre-award process for building a funding portfolio in a non-profit.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of IRC Resettlement, Asylum, & Integration programming.
- Gain experience drafting and writing grants for aligned projects.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled graduate or undergraduate student in a related field (International Relations/Development, Social Work, Global Human Resources, Learning and Development, Non-Profit Management, International Business, or other relevant fields).
- Comfort with research, organizing content, and liaising with staff.
- Strong writing skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate.
- Ability to use basic functions of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.
- English fluency is required.
Requirements:
- Must submit intern hours on volunteer portal.
- Must pass a background check.
- Commitment of 15 hours per week for a minimum of 3 consecutive months.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, 403b retirement savings plan with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.