Part-time position, approximately 16-24 hours per week
Hybrid: 2 days per week in Brooklyn office (may vary based on schedule)
Term: June - August 2026, with possibility of extension
Compensation: $18/hr
Location: Brooklyn, NY

The Development Intern will support Chicken & Egg Films’ fundraising efforts across individual, institutional, and corporate giving. This role offers hands-on exposure to nonprofit development, including donor research, grant writing, events, and CRM systems such as Salesforce. The intern – managed by the Development Assistant – will work closely with the Development team and gain insight into how a mission-driven organization builds and sustains relationships with funders and partners.

Chicken & Egg Films is a US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that champions women and gender-expansive documentary filmmakers around the globe with funding, mentorship, and access so they can tell stories that ignite change. We see a world transformed because the stories and storytellers we uplift inspire empathy, learning, and action.

Please note: Chicken & Egg Films is not a production company. This is a dedicated nonprofit fundraising role that is not structured as a pathway into documentary program work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prospect research on foundations, corporations, and individual donors to support fundraising strategy
• Support the maintenance and accuracy of donor records in Salesforce (CRM) and Google Drive
• Prepare briefing materials and donor profiles for meetings and events
• Assist in drafting and editing grant proposals, reports, and donor communications
• Track grant deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements
• Assist with donor stewardship efforts, including acknowledgements and outreach
• Support planning and execution of fundraising events and cultivation opportunities
• Contribute to special projects and cross-team initiatives as needed

This position may be asked to provide other administrative support in service of the Development department.

Minimum Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
• Exercises a high degree of confidentiality and discretion
• Interest in documentary film, media, or gender equity

Bonuses

• Prior internship or volunteer experience in nonprofit fundraising or events
• Familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM systems
• Familiarity with Asana or other project management tools

What Else You Should Know 

Internship Period: June-August 2026, with the possibility of extension.

Time Commitment: Approximately 16-24 hours per week. The exact number of hours per week will vary and a flexible schedule is possible.  

Compensation: The compensation for this role is $18 per hour. This is a non-exempt position that is eligible for overtime. This temporary position is not eligible for benefits except those mandated by law.

Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. First round interviews will take place in early May.

Application Process: If your application moves forward, we will schedule an interview to be held in person if possible. Applicants who advance past the interview stage will be asked to complete a paid at-home exercise.

Location and Hybrid Work Policy: This position is based in NYC. We have a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of two days a week in our Brooklyn office for full-time staff. 

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Chicken & Egg Films is an at-will and equal opportunity employer. As such, we strongly encourage and seek applications from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women and gender expansive individuals, people of color, bilingual and multicultural individuals, people with working class backgrounds, people with disabilities, as well as members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

We take great pride in providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, genetics, protected veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or familial status, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify: We participate in the E-Verify Program. https://everify.uscis.gov

How to Apply 

Complete the form on this career page to submit your cover letter and résumé. 

In your cover letter, we invite you to respond to the following prompts:

• What interests you about nonprofit fundraising, social change, gender equity and/or documentaries?
• What experiences have prepared you to contribute in this role? 
• What do you hope to learn from the internship?

Applicants with Disabilities: Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified applicants with disabilities may participate in the application process. Please reach out to [email protected] with any requests. 

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. No phone calls or social media inquiries please.