Development & Communications Intern

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% 20 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 20 hours per week through December 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension. This role will report to the Director, Individual Giving, and will work closely with the Communications Manager. This part-time Development & Communications intern will support LIFT’s fundraising-focused communications efforts and external-facing communications. The internship is writing-driven, with responsibility for developing donor-facing communications, social media, and organizational content, creating compelling stories and content that engage supporters, strengthen relationships, advance fundraising goals, and broaden LIFT's reach and visibility. AS THE DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNICATION INTERN YOU WILL… Development 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 Communications Manage LIFT's social media presence day-to-day — writing and building posts, maintaining a consistent content calendar, and adapting content across platforms. Support the writing and editing of external content including the monthly newsletter, blog posts, and the annual report. Copy edit across external materials, serving as a reliable second pair of eyes on accuracy, consistency, tone, and brand. Track relevant news, research, and field conversations to surface content opportunities. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and compelling content for a range of audiences, including donors, partners, and social media audiences. Experience or interest in develo…