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Grant Writing and Research Intern
Saint Paul, Minnesota | 10–20 hours per week | $15 per hour
Reports to: Program Development Manager
Work arrangement: On-site in Saint Paul, Minnesota | Duration: Minimum six-month commitment
About Project Pathfinder
Project Pathfinder, Inc. (PPI) is a nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to preventing sexual violence and supporting safer communities through specialized treatment, prevention, and community partnerships.
The opportunity
Help PPI identify funding opportunities, develop compelling proposals, and organize evidence supporting our programs. Grant development is the primary focus, complemented by program research and copywriting.
What you will do
· Research government grants, requests for proposals, foundations, and corporate giving programs.
· Screen opportunities for eligibility, program fit, deadlines, award size, match requirements, and reporting obligations.
· Maintain a funding calendar and opportunity tracker with recommendations for staff review.
· Draft letters of inquiry, proposal sections, program descriptions, and supporting materials.
· Gather approved budgets, program details, and outcome measures from finance and clinical staff.
· Prepare cited research summaries on behavioral health access and violence prevention.
· Organize reusable proposal content and assist with grant reporting schedules and draft progress reports.
· Help with copyright and trademark protection for PPI’s curricula, program materials, names, and branding by organizing documentation, researching registration requirements, and supporting applications under staff direction.
What you bring
· Current student or recent graduate in law, legal studies, English, communications, public health, social work, public policy, nonprofit management, or a related field. Law students and recent law graduates are encouraged to apply.
· Strong writing, editing, research, and source evaluation skills.
· Attention to instructions and deadlines; comfort using word processing and spreadsheet tools.
· Interest in using AI tools to support funding research, proposal drafting, and research summaries, with careful verification of sources and results and protection of confidential information.
· Grant writing, legal research, or experience with copyright, trademarks, or nonprofit matters is welcome but not required; academic research and writing are relevant.
Learning and supervision
Work directly with PPI’s Program Development Manager and build close working relationships with the entire leadership team. Wear many different hats through assignments across funding research, grant writing, copywriting, program research, and grant reporting to understand how funding and program development work together. The Program Development Manager provides supervision and review. Leadership selects opportunities and authorizes submissions and commitments; clinical staff review treatment-related claims. All interns must protect confidential information and communicate respectfully about the people we serve.
How to apply
Send your résumé, a brief statement of interest, and a writing sample; an academic paper, research summary, or proposal is welcome. Submit materials to Laraine Baker-Pennington at lbakerpennington@projectpathfinder.org. Use “Grant Writing and Research Intern” as the subject line and include your weekly availability and desired internship dates.
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10.0 – 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Grant Writing and Research Intern
Saint Paul, Minnesota | 10–20 hours per week | $15 per hour
Reports to: Program Development Manager
Work arrangement: On-site in Saint Paul, Minnesota | Duration: Minimum six-month commitment
About Project Pathfinder
Project Pathfinder, Inc. (PPI) is a nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to preventing sexual violence and supporting safer communities through specialized treatment, prevention, and community partnerships.
The opportunity
Help PPI identify funding opportunities, develop compelling proposals, and organize evidence supporting our programs. Grant development is the primary focus, complemented by program research and copywriting.
What you will do
· Research government grants, requests for proposals, foundations, and corporate giving programs.
· Screen opportunities for eligibility, program fit, deadlines, award size, match requirements, and reporting obligations.
· Maintain a funding calendar and opportunity tracker with recommendations for staff review.
· Draft letters of inquiry, proposal sections, program descriptions, and supporting materials.
· Gather approved budgets, program details, and outcome measures from finance and clinical staff.
· Prepare cited research summaries on behavioral health access and violence prevention.
· Organize reusable proposal content and assist with grant reporting schedules and draft progress reports.
· Help with copyright and trademark protection for PPI’s curricula, program materials, names, and branding by organizing documentation, researching registration requirements, and supporting applications under staff direction.
What you bring
· Current student or recent graduate in law, legal studies, English, communications, public health, social work, public policy, nonprofit management, or a related field. Law students and recent law graduates are encouraged to apply.
· Strong writing, editing, research, and source evaluation skills.
· Attention to instructions and deadlines; comfort using word processing and spreadsheet tools.
· Interest in using AI tools to support funding research, proposal drafting, and research summaries, with careful verification of sources and results and protection of confidential information.
· Grant writing, legal research, or experience with copyright, trademarks, or nonprofit matters is welcome but not required; academic research and writing are relevant.
Learning and supervision
Work directly with PPI’s Program Development Manager and build close working relationships with the entire leadership team. Wear many different hats through assignments across funding research, grant writing, copywriting, program research, and grant reporting to understand how funding and program development work together. The Program Development Manager provides supervision and review. Leadership selects opportunities and authorizes submissions and commitments; clinical staff review treatment-related claims. All interns must protect confidential information and communicate respectfully about the people we serve.
How to apply
Send your résumé, a brief statement of interest, and a writing sample; an academic paper, research summary, or proposal is welcome. Submit materials to Laraine Baker-Pennington at lbakerpennington@projectpathfinder.org. Use “Grant Writing and Research Intern” as the subject line and include your weekly availability and desired internship dates.
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10.0 – 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research intern jobs.
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a bachelor's or graduate degree program
- Proficiency in at least one data analysis tool such as R, Python, SPSS, or STATA
- Experience conducting literature reviews and summarizing academic or industry sources
- Strong written communication skills for producing research reports and documentation
- Familiarity with research methodologies including qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods approaches
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured research environment
Tips for Your Research Intern Job Search
Tailor your resume to the research context
Highlight methods you have hands-on experience with, such as qualitative coding, statistical modeling, or lab protocols. Hiring managers for research intern roles read for methodology fluency first, so name the specific techniques before listing outcomes.
List your tools and software explicitly
Research teams screen for familiarity with specific tools like R, STATA, Python, NVivo, or SPSS. Don't bury these in a generic skills section. Pull them into your resume headline or a dedicated technical skills line so they clear automated filters.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists research intern openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by research phase
Some intern postings focus on literature review and data collection while others need candidates for analysis and write-up. Read each job description carefully and match your cover letter to the phase the team is currently in, not the project overall.
Prepare a two-minute methods summary
Interviewers for research intern roles often open with 'Walk me through a project where you collected and analyzed data.' Rehearse a focused answer that names your sample, method, tools, and what the findings showed. Vague answers are a fast disqualifier.
Follow up with a research-specific thank-you note
After your interview, reference one methodological detail or research question discussed. A generic thank-you note blends in. A note that ties back to the team's actual work signals genuine interest and demonstrates the attention to detail research positions require.
Research Intern Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most research interns?
The companies hiring the most research interns right now include Meta, Honda Research Institute USA, and MIT Lincoln Laboratory, with the largest share of openings in California, Washington, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Research intern hiring tends to concentrate in sectors like biotech, financial services, and consulting.
How many research intern jobs are remote?
About 44% of research intern openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying significantly by field. Policy research, market research, and social science roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while lab-based and clinical research positions almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a research intern?
Start by identifying your research area, whether that is scientific, policy, market, or social research, and build foundational skills in data collection and analysis. Enroll in relevant coursework, complete a faculty-supervised project or capstone, and document your methods and findings. Then apply to openings that match your field and skill set directly.
Can you get a research intern job with little or no experience?
Yes, many research intern roles are specifically designed for candidates at the start of their research careers. Emphasize coursework projects, class presentations, or independent study where you gathered or analyzed information. Demonstrating familiarity with basic research tools and a clear, methodical writing style can offset limited formal experience when applying.
What does the research intern interview process look like?
Most research intern interviews include an initial screening call followed by a competency or technical interview where you discuss past projects or analytical approaches. Some employers add a written or take-home exercise asking you to summarize a paper, clean a dataset, or outline a research design. The full process typically runs across two to three stages.
Where can I find and apply to research intern jobs?
You can find and apply to research intern jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your field and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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