ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

U.S. Hunger was established in 2010 as a response to the earthquakes that hit Haiti, providing immediate emergency food assistance. What began as a grassroots effort has evolved into a national nonprofit organization committed to addressing food insecurity and its underlying causes through scalable, data-driven, and community-based programs. Guided by our mission to feed families today and unite them to a healthier tomorrow, we have mobilized more than one million volunteers and distributed over 192 million meals across 53 countries, including every U.S. state and Puerto Rico.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Grant Writing Intern serves a vital role in supporting U.S. Hunger’s mission by identifying and securing funding opportunities while uplifting the lived experience. Reporting to the Data & Research Writer, the intern will assist in researching and applying for grants that fund key programs, including Hunger Projects, Full Cart, and general operating needs.

In addition to proposal development, the intern will contribute written content for U.S. Hunger’s Data Center, a public platform that explores the underlying drivers of food insecurity and uplifts personal stories. You will have the opportunity to highlight the voices of those we serve and elaborate on the nuances of hunger and food insecurity in the United States. Topics include:

“Shame and Hunger: Breaking the Stigma Through Lived Experiences”
“Why Women Are Especially Vulnerable to Facing Food Insecurity”

This position offers a hands-on opportunity to develop essential skills in grant writing, research, fundraising, and nonprofit operations. The intern will collaborate across departments to fully understand U.S. Hunger's impact and communicate its mission to potential funders. Through this role, the intern will enhance their professionalism, build a strong network in the nonprofit sector, and contribute directly to meaningful change.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Grant/funding research
Writing and editing grant responses
Developing written content for the Data Center
Collaborating across departments and with external partners

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Strong written communication skills (Required)
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Knowledge of how to structure research papers/grants
Comprehensive research & analytical skills
High attention to detail with accuracy and thoroughness
Samples to showcase your abilities (Required)