Grant Writing Internship Summer & Fall 2025 - YMCA of the North Shore

Join the Y and Make an Impact – Grant Writing Internship

Are you passionate about research, writing, and creating meaningful change in your community? Are you looking for hands-on experience with a nationally recognized nonprofit? If so, the YMCA of the North Shore invites you to apply for our Grant Writing Internship!

About the Y

At the YMCA, we’re more than a gym—we’re a cause-driven organization committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Every year, we serve thousands across the North Shore, building stronger communities through programs that support kids, families, and individuals. Our work is fueled by research, data, and insights that help us respond to community needs and strengthen our impact.

What You’ll Do

As a Grant Writing Intern, you’ll gain real-world experience in nonprofit development and fundraising. Under the guidance of the Grants Manager, you will:

• Research and identify potential grant opportunities

• Maintain and update the NXT database with grant details and documents

• Assist in preparing 2–3 grant proposals to be submitted to foundations

• Track the impact of your work—see the direct results of the dollars you help raise

You’ll Thrive in This Role If You…

• Love writing and want to use your creativity in a meaningful way

• Are skilled at research and developing well-organized papers

• Enjoy inspiring others through your writing

• Appreciate deadlines and can manage time effectively

• Are comfortable working in Google Suite

• Are studying Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business, or Creative Writing

Career Paths This Internship Can Lead To

• Grant Writer

• Grants Manager

• Development or Fundraising Associate

• Advancement/Development Director in a nonprofit organization

Internship Details

• Duration: Minimum 8 weeks

• Hours: 10+ hours/week (flexible scheduling; remote options available)

• Location: YMCA Association Office – Cummings Center, Beverly, MA

• Compensation: $15/hour

• Perks: Free YMCA membership + program and activity discounts

Ready to Grow Your Skills and Make a Difference?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Take the next step in your professional journey while helping us strengthen our communities—apply today!

Thank you for your interest in our internship program!
We are currently accepting applications for both Summer and Fall internship opportunities.
When applying, please be sure to note which semester you are interested in so we can best align placement and timing.

• Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a college or university, pursuing a degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Journalism, or a related field.

• Strong writing, research, and communication skills, with an eye for detail and clarity.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel; ability to learn and apply new tools and platforms quickly.

• Familiarity with grant writing, fundraising, or nonprofit work is preferred but not required.

• All interns must complete and submit an application to be considered for a position with YNS.

• Some educational institutions require prior approval before starting an internship. It is the student’s responsibility to verify and meet any requirements before accepting the position.

• Interns must work with a hiring manager to submit and complete an internship learning agreement, which must be reviewed by the Director of Operations, the Executive Director, and the HR Office.

• Interns may only participate in one internship (paid or unpaid) within the YNS organization at a time. Requests for consecutive internships will be reviewed by the intern managers.

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.