Fundraising & Development Intern – Fall 2026
Brave New Films is a nonprofit social justice media organization committed to nonpartisan advocacy on urgent human rights issues—including war, racial justice, climate change, reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, voting rights, and economic inequality. With over one million active social media followers and hundreds of millions of views annually, we use film and digital storytelling to educate, engage, and drive meaningful change.
We are seeking an Outreach & Research Intern to support our campaigns through strategic outreach, media research, and content development, helping expand the reach and impact of our films and digital storytelling.
This is a training-based internship designed for educational purposes. Interns are supervised and do not independently manage accounts or replace paid staff.
General Info
- Timing: Fall 2026 (end date flexible)
- Hours: 15 – 20 hours/week
- Format: Remote
- Compensation: Unpaid (academic credit eligible)
Key Responsibilities
Grant Prospecting & Preparation
- Research and identify grant opportunities from foundations and other institutional funders
- Track deadlines, requirements, and application materials
- Assist in preparing grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports
- Maintain organized records of funding opportunities and submissions
Communications Support
- Assist with drafting and editing basic donor and partner communications
- Help prepare simple outreach materials and updates
Calendar & Administrative Support
- Help manage development calendars, including grant deadlines and meetings
- Support scheduling and coordination across the team
Event Support
- Assist with planning and logistics for development-related events
- Help coordinate materials, outreach, and follow-up
What You’ll Receive
- Hands-on experience with grant prospecting and proposal preparation
- Training on Instrumental and exposure to fundraising research tools
- Insight into nonprofit development operations and strategy
- Mentorship from development staff
Ideal Candidate
- Strong proficiency in Excel (required)
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Interest in nonprofit development and fundraising
How to Apply
Please email productionjobs@bravenewfilms.org with:
- A cover letter explaining your interest in Brave New Films
- Your resume
- Your availability
Thank you and we look forward to your application!
