Role description

Grant Writing Intern - Fundraising Team

Location: Atlanta, GA (Remote with in-office opportunities)

Assist the Development team with the planning and execution of Make-A-Wish Georgia grants,

stewardship programs, individual giving, and corporate alliances. A few responsibilities include:

Create and design newsletters to mail to donors
Research local and national grant opportunities
Collaborate with wish families, volunteers, and/or sponsors to write wish stories
Conduct wish data research
Draft and prep grants for submission
Assist the development team in stewarding donors
Pull reports and input data into Salesforce
Assist coordinators and managers in developing stewardship and cultivation initiatives
Create collateral (via Canva, ThankView, Shutterfly, Publisher, and video apps)

Successful interns love to write and edit, tend to be detail-oriented and organized, and can manage

and deliver project tasks and reporting in a timely manner. They will also exhibit strong written

and verbal communication skills and must commit to maintaining the highest levels of

professionalism, confidentiality, and personal integrity. Ideal applicants are pursuing a degree in

English, Creative Writing, Journalism, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, Communications,

Business, or a related field, but all are welcome to apply! Two writing samples are required.

Internship program and application

Internship Opportunities at Make-A-Wish Georgia

At Make-A-Wish® Georgia, our interns do more than gain experience — they help bring hope, strength, and joy to children facing critical illnesses. Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on learning while exposing students to the inner workings of a mission-driven nonprofit. Whether supporting wish experiences, strengthening community partnerships, or advancing operational excellence, interns play an important role in helping us deliver life-changing wishes. Our program emphasizes structured learning, professional mentorship, and meaningful contributions — not administrative busy work.

A Modern Internship Experience

Rather than limiting interns to rigid titles, our program is structured around functional areas. This allows us to align your strengths, academic background, and career interests with real organizational needs. Your internship may fall within one of the following areas:

Programs & Wish Experience – Support wish coordination, family engagement, and event logistics
Development & Community Engagement – Assist with fundraising initiatives, donor relations, and signature events
Marketing & Communications – Contribute to storytelling, social media, branding, and campaign support
Human Resources & Talent – Gain exposure to onboarding, culture initiatives, and professional development
Administration – Help optimize processes, data tracking, and organizational workflows

Functional areas may evolve each semester based on organizational priorities. This approach ensures interns gain relevant, resume-building experience while making a tangible impact.

Who Should Apply

We welcome applications from:

Rising undergraduate sophomores through seniors - Students eligible for academic credit.
Format: Opportunities may be onsite, hybrid, or remote depending on departmental needs.
Compensation: These positions are unpaid. Housing is not provided.

Please click on the PDF link for the full internship descriptions: Intern Descriptions

Internship Cycles:

Spring: Early January – Late April

Summer: Mid-May – Early August

Fall: Late August – Early December

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and available functional areas may vary by semester.

What You Can Expect

Make-A-Wish Georgia interns are treated as emerging professionals. During your experience, you may: Lead or support a meaningful project, build transferable professional skills, collaborate across departments, participate in Make-A-Wish branded trainings designed to support your professional growth, attend learning and development sessions, expand your professional network, and leave with resume-ready accomplishments. Top-performing interns may also be considered for future volunteer or early-career opportunities when available.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should submit the following materials to internships@georgia.wish.org.

Resume AND Cover letter indicating your preferred semester (Spring, Summer, or Fall)
Optional: Writing or work samples (required for some functional areas)

*Functional areas and placement availability vary each semester based on organizational needs.

*School credit may be available if required by your academic institution.

Please specify your functional area(s) of interest in your cover letter. Applications missing required materials will not be considered. Due to application volume, we may not be able to respond to each application. For accommodations for the application process, feel free to contact the internship email.

Make-A-Wish is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate based on age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status concerning public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Make-A-Wish Georgia will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.