Grant and Fundraising Intern - Read Better Be Better

2025 Internship Applications Currently Being Accepted

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT INTERN

READ BETTER BE BETTER

MISSION: Read Better Be Better's mission is to connect young readers and youth leaders to inspire a love of literacy and leadership.

VISION: Read Better Be Better envisions a world in which empowered communities demand equitable access to foundational skills.

Note: Spring 2025 program is filled. Still accepting submissions for summer and fall 2025.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Read Better Be Better is an education nonprofit organization focused on solving Arizona's literacy crisis. We work with partnering schools throughout the state to connect young readers and youth leaders to inspire a love of literacy and leadership. Since 2014, we have served thousands of Arizona students through our after-school and community-based reading programs in over 70 schools throughout Maricopa County and multiple community-based organizations across the state. Each school semester, we have expanded to serve even more kids, schools, and families. We are a mission-driven, collaborative community of passionate, creative, and flexible professionals, and we welcome and support those seeking internship experience with RBBB for their professional development.

Job Title:Development DepartmentIntern

Reports To:Development Director

Department: Development Department

Work Hours: A weekly commitment of 8-15 hours is required. Interns will be expected to commit to a set schedule within RBBB's typical office hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday.

Work Environment: Office (in-person); possible option to work remote/hybrid

Start Date: January (for spring internship); May (for summer); August/September (for Fall)

Program Duration: Internship positions are meant to be short-term and based around academic semesters and last for 3-4 months. We offer: Spring, Summer and Fall positions.

Pay & Benefits:This internship is unpaid.Read Better Be Better is fully committed to providing eligible interns with all documentation necessary for them to receive course credit for their time with the organization, if they wish to do so.

SUMMARY 

Read Better Be Better has an exciting opportunity available for aspiring professionals interested in communications, fundraising and non-profit work!As aRBBB Development Department Intern, you will work under the guidance and supervision of the Development Director to learn about and complete projects related togrant writing, fundraising, communicationsand donor stewardship. In addition to assigned tasks, you will be given the opportunity to take on tasks that are of personal interest, dependent upon the needs of the Development Department and the organization.

The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver, willing and able to learn quickly, and has strong organizational and project management skills, as well as familiarity with the platforms outlined below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Communications & Marketing

• Provide support with marketing and communication as needed.
• Social media and Online fundraising: Assisting with social media campaigns and online fundraising efforts by creating content, monitoring engagement, and analyzing results.
• Assist in writing and editing newsletter articles and press releases.

Grant Proposal Writing & Preparation

• Assist in the preparation of grant proposals, including researching potential grant opportunities, drafting sections of proposals, and gathering necessary documentation.

Development

• Provide general development team support.
• Support efforts to cultivate relationships with potential donors through outreach activities such as phone calls, thank you cards, emails, and networking events.
• Design and complete projects based on personal interest and organizational need.
• Perform other general RBBB team duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.  If you need assistance with this application, please contact us at hr@readbetterbebetter.org.

REQUIREDQUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES 

• Detail-oriented
• Creative
• Problem-solver
• Interest inand passion for the Read Better Be Better vision and mission
• Interest in communications, organizational developmentand the nonprofit sector
• A positive attitude
• Willingness to conduct themselves in accordance with organizational values
• Willingness to seek opportunities to develop and grow the Read Better Be Better vision and mission within the community
• High school diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES 

• Enrollment in/having a relevant degree program preferred (i.e. marketing, public relations, nonprofit management, journalism, etc.)
• Foundational knowledge of public relations, social media and digital content management
• Strong writing skills
• Understanding of the following platforms and applications: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Sharepoint), Salesforce, and Slack; Social Media Platforms: Facebook Business Suite, Instagram, TweetDeck, YouTube; WordPress and/or Elementor Web Editor; Canva, Adobe Suites

WHY INTERN FOR READ BETTER BE BETTER

• Positive Social Impact: contribute to an organization passionate about education equity and social justice.
• Professional Development & Mentorship: receive consistent feedback and have regular, direct interaction with leadership and the whole team, including team meetings and one-on-one mentorship opportunities.
• Resume Building: regularly use key platforms such as MS Office 365 and Salesforce; work on a variety of tasks related to this role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Ability to operate a computer

Be Excellent. Be Kind. 

Please contact the HR at hr@readbetterbebetter.orgwith any questions or concerns regarding the position.

Read Better Be Better is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Read our EDI Statement.