Spring Development Intern: Public Policy and Fundraising

Abundance Network; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend $3,000

Hybrid work schedule

Office in Washington, DC

Job summary

Bipartisan Policy Center invites applications for its Spring Internship Program in Washington, DC. Interns will research, support project staff, and observe cross‑party collaboration in policy making.

The Development Intern will help with donor relations and fundraising, gaining exposure to communications and events within a think tank setting. The program runs in Washington, DC from January 26, 2027 to April 1, 2027, with an 18–20 hour per week schedule and a $3,000 stipend paid in two

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students at the rising junior level or above, currently enrolled graduate students, or graduates within the past 12 months.
• Non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply but must have a valid work permit or visa verifying eligibility to work in the United States. BPC does not offer visa sponsorship.
• Strong interest in public policy, politics, communications, and/or nonprofit management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong editing ability.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel); database or design software experience desirable.
• Creative, collaborative, and able to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Researching funding prospects (foundations, corporations, and individuals)
• Prepare briefing memos for use by leadership and external audiences
• Supporting donor cultivation, stewardship, and outreach activities
• Assisting with database entry to help maintain accurate constituent records
• Tracking fundraising trends and news to brief the broader Development team on relevant takeaways and inform strategy
• Providing organizational and planning assistance for meetings and special events

Skills

Public policy interest

Written communication

Editing ability

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Tools

Database software

Job description

Bipartisan Policy Center invites applications for its Spring Internship Program in Washington, DC. Interns will research, support project staff, and observe cross‑party collaboration in policy making.

The Development Intern will help with donor relations and fundraising, gaining exposure to communications and events within a think tank setting. The program runs in Washington, DC from January 26, 2027 to April 1, 2027, with an 18–20 hour per week schedule and a $3,000 stipend paid in two