[Remote] Grant Research & Writing Intern, Hopeless Music Academy

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hopeless Music Academy, a nonprofit providing tuition-free music and music business education to under-resourced youth, is seeking an intern to support grant research and writing. The role contributes to grant applications, fundraising strategy, and related administrative work.

Responsibilities

• Research grant opportunities aligned with HMA's mission and eligibility
• Draft and edit grant application materials and supporting documents
• Track application deadlines, requirements, and reporting obligations
• Support broader fundraising outreach (donors, sponsors) as needed
• Help prepare board meeting materials related to fundraising capacity
• Provide general administrative support as needed

Skills

• Open to students 18+ enrolled in a college or university internship program
• English required
• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable with independent research
• Familiarity with Google Workspace
• Interest in grant writing, nonprofit development, or philanthropy
• Spanish strongly preferred
• Strong written communication skills in English
• Comfortable in a small, fast-moving startup-style environment

Benefits

• Remote
• Direct mentorship from Program Director Rheanna 'caedance' Lauren
• Hands-on experience researching and writing real grant applications for a growing nonprofit
• Portfolio-building work you can point to in future development or nonprofit roles
• Expanded network in LA's nonprofit and music industry space

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