Development Intern – Grants Research

About CorpsAfrica:
Founded in 2011, CorpsAfrica is an international non profit that gives young Africans the opportunity to serve as Volunteers in their own countries. Volunteers live in remote, high-poverty communities for up to one year, working with local people to identify and implement small-scale, high-impact projects. For more information, visit www.corpsafrica.org.

Overview:
CorpsAfrica is seeking an intern to support its Development team. This is a great opportunity for undergraduate or graduate students interested in international development, non profit work, media, philanthropy, or data systems. The intern will work 10–15 hours per week in a hybrid setup, and a stipend will be provided.

Location: Washington D.C.
Classification: Hybrid (Onsite: 2 days a week)
Period: 3 Months
Commitment: 10–15 hours/week
Compensation: Stipend included

Reports to: Impact and Strategic Partnerships Manager
 

Responsibilities:

• Research foundations and donors aligned with CorpsAfrica’s mission
• Update grant tracking systems
• Organize deadlines and funder profiles
• Draft summaries of potential funders
• Assist with proposal development and other research tasks

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or graduate student in non profit management, international affairs, etc.
• Excellent writing and research skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a remote and hybrid setting

TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter that illustrates qualifications relevant to this role and a résumé through JazzHR. 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work full-time in the U.S. and should not require employment sponsorship. Only complete applications will be considered. Deadline to apply is July 1, 2025.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CorpsAfrica encourages applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability or any other legally protected basis.