This internship entails shadowing the grant writer at HSO in order to develop an overview of what grant writing requires. Specific tasks will be assigned beginning immediately and ranging from researching grant opportunities on specialized databases, sending inquiries to funders, making phone calls to funders, drafting letters of inquiry, drafting proposals, compiling additional materials for proposals, and delivering and mailing proposals. Additionally, the intern will experience internal meetings with program staff to develop statement of needs and new directions that are suitable matches with available funding.
Candidates should have a background in persuasive writing. College Juniors and Seniors are encourages to apply.
Please send your cover letter, resume and references to:
Claudia Bell
Grants Manager
99 Pratt Street
Suite 500
Hartford, CT 06103
cbell@hartfordsymphony.org