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YMCA of the North Shore · 3 weeks ago

Grant Writing Internship Summer 2026 - YMCA of the North Shore

YMCA of the North Shore Association - Beverly, MA 01915

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$15/hr - $15/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

YMCA of the North Shore is a cause-driven organization committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. They are seeking a Grant Writing Intern to gain real-world experience in nonprofit development and fundraising, focusing on researching grant opportunities and assisting in proposal preparation.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Research and identify potential grant opportunities

Maintain and update the NXT database with grant details and documents

Assist in preparing 2–3 grant proposals to be submitted to foundations

Track the impact of your work—see the direct results of the dollars you help raise

Qualification

Grant writingResearch skillsCommunication skillsMicrosoft OfficeNonprofit experienceTime managementCreativityDetail-oriented

Required

Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a college or university, pursuing a degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Journalism, or a related field

Strong writing, research, and communication skills, with an eye for detail and clarity

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel; ability to learn and apply new tools and platforms quickly

All interns must complete and submit an application to be considered for a position with YNS

Some educational institutions require prior approval before starting an internship. It is the student's responsibility to verify and meet any requirements before accepting the position

Interns must work with a hiring manager to submit and complete an internship learning agreement, which must be reviewed by the Director of Operations, the Executive Director, and the HR Office

Interns may only participate in one internship (paid or unpaid) within the YNS organization at a time. Requests for consecutive internships will be reviewed by the intern managers

Preferred

Familiarity with grant writing, fundraising, or nonprofit work is preferred but not required

Benefits

Free YMCA membership

Program and activity discounts

Company

YMCA of the North Shore

Our YMCA is an inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

Founded in 1858