Development & Communications Intern

Benefits

Additional Information

POSITION: Development & Communications Intern LOCATION: National REPORTS TO: Director, Individual Giving SUPERVISES: N/A FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt HOURLY RATE: $22 TRAVEL, TIME COMMITMENT & Duration: Local In-Person External Meetings: 0% 10 hours per week through December 31, 2026 with the possibility of extension ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION LIFT is on a mission to break the cycle of poverty by investing in parents. Through direct work with families, engaging technical assistance partnerships, and by advocating for policies that drive systemic change, we're fighting poverty by lifting two generations at once. Our team culture is rooted in deep respect for the parents we partner with and for each other. We're looking for dedicated team members who share our vision that, 25 years from now, LIFT is no longer needed because we have helped build a social service system grounded in Hope, Money, and Love, where all families can thrive. We're guided by mission- and strategy-aligned leadership grounded in kindness, curiosity, relationships, and a commitment to equity. Explore our benefits and what it's like to work at LIFT below -or download our Benefits & Culture Overview to learn more. *LIFT operates sites in Chicago, Los Angeles, DC, and New York. This position may be done remotely from any state where LIFT currently operates. POSITION OVERVIEW This is a part-time internship requiring approximately 10 hours per week through June 30, 2027 This part-time Communications and Development intern will support LIFT's fundraising-focused communications efforts. The internship is writing-driven, with responsibility for developing donor-facing communications across multiple channels, creating compelling stories and content that engage supporters, strengthen relationships, and advance fundraising goals. AS THE DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNICATION INTERN YOU WILL... Draft and edit donor-facing communications and development content that engage supporters, communicate impact, and strengthen relationships with donors and partners. Create and refine templates and adaptable content that can be used across multiple cities, ensuring consistency while tailoring messaging for local contexts. Support the development and execution of fundraising-focused communications strategies that effectively engage and retain donors. Develop clear, concise, and compelling written content that reflects both local impact and a broader national perspective. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather input and ensure alignment on messaging, while working independently. Proofread and edit content with a high level of attention to detail, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency in tone and branding across materials. Explore opportunities to enhance communication through visual storytelling, including basic graphic design and video content to support fundraising efforts. Support broader development and communications activities, including event preparation, coordination, and administrative support as needed. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and compelling content tailored to donor audiences. Experience or interest in development and fundraising communications, donor engagement, and mission-driven storytelling. Ability to work independently in a remote, flexible environment. High attention to detail, including proofreading for accuracy, consistency, and grammatical correctness. Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow skills in areas such as fundraising strategy, graphic design, and multimedia content (e.g., video). Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to contribute to longer-term projects by managing timelines, tracking tasks, and meeting deadlines. LIFT'S COMPETENCIES All LIFT employees embrace and demonstrate our organization-wide core competencies: Communication: You share information with relevant parties in a clear and timely manner; effectively engage with and present to others; and write and verbally communicate in a manner that conveys understanding of relevant information and issues. Accountability: You take responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieve results with appropriate levels of oversight. You receive feedback in a constructive manner. Inclusiveness: You help create a work environment that appreciates diversity and encourages equity by treating others with respect, listening to, and demonstrating appreciation for others' perspectives, and using culturally sensitive language. Teamwork: You work effectively with others throughout the organization and promote cooperation and commitment within your team to achieve goals and deliverables. Results-orientation: You focus on results and desired outcomes, keeping team and organizational goals in mind. You use sound planning to achieve goals and get the job done. Problem-solving: You take the initiative to solve problems. You exhibit resource

Your Match

How well this role fits your profile.

Company Intel

What employees say

Worked at lift? Share your experience