Grants Research Analyst Intern

The Aubrey Group · Camden, NJ · $16 per hour

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About the role

Job Summary Grants Research Analyst Intern The Aubrey Group – Camden, NJ (Hybrid) Fall 2026 Internship Description The Aubrey Group is seeking a creative intern to join our Grants & Fundraising team. This post is an excellent fit for young professionals looking to increase their understanding of local government, state and federal departments, regulatory compliance, nonprofit management, and grant seeking. We welcome candidates who are passionate about the impact that thoughtfully designed strategic programming can have on communities and who share in our values of kindness, curiosity, and diligence.

Our interns will learn grant writing and program development, and develop expertise in specific subject areas. Interns will be expected to report to our Camden, NJ office with a hybrid schedule in place for virtual workdays. This internship is a great opportunity for students seeking exposure to all aspects of government and the intersections of the public and private sectors.

Our clients include local governments (cities and towns), housing authorities, institutions of higher education, utility authorities, nonprofits, and for-profit businesses. Additionally, we submit applications for our clients to all federal and state agencies as well as various foundations. This allows our team to become experts in transportation, environment, infrastructure, energy, public safety, and more.

This is a valuable opportunity for students interested in public administration or public policy. Internship

Responsibilities Learn internal Grant Research and Writing procedures. Report to AG Project Manager and research and summarize federal, state, and local grants, public policy, regulations, practices, and programs, as well as foundation funding sources, including legislative initiatives, budget appropriations, and government agency budgets. Research and evaluate new grant opportunities based on broad client needs and prepare summaries of grant program requirements.

Author application content, such as work plans, narratives, budgets, letters of support, etc. Perform clerical work as necessary, such as data entry and collection. Assist with quality control and copy editing on application content prepared by our team of writers.

Participate in client meetings and attend various events that include local elected officials and government professionals. Assist the Grants Team with preparing monthly Status Reports and other materials as needed for clients. Post social media updates and author weekly newsletter content.

Enhance internal databases and operations. Interested interns should send their resume and most applicable writing sample(s) to [email protected] Location of Main Office: Camden, NJ Where will the internship be done? ✅ Combination At-home & In-Office (Hybrid) Number of Fall 2026 Grant Interns Accepted : 1 Grant Research Analyst Intern Length of Internship: September- December 2026 (possibly winter break as well) Required Hours & Pay: 150-200 hours over a minimum of 10 weeks between September and December. Interns are required to work a minimum of 15 hours and no more than 20 hours per week at a rate of $15.92/hr.

Intern work areas: Clerical ✅ Research ✅ Writing ✅ Observation Opportunities: Internal strategy sessions ✅ Client Meetings & Events ✅ Municipal Council meetings ✅ Intern candidates must be one of the following: Current NJ undergraduate student; Current NJ graduate student; Recent NJ college graduate: must have graduated less than one year before start of the internship experience (September 2025-September 2026 graduates); A current undergraduate student who is a permanent NJ resident. Desired majors: Social Science or Humanities major, such as Political Science, Sociology, English Literature, Government, Philosophy, etc. All are welcome to apply.

Hours of Operation & Evening/Weekend Hours: AG operates Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Interns will not be required to work evenings and weekends, but AG does utilize a flex / hybrid model to allow interns to work hours that are more complementary to their availability. Please note that while we are flexible with hours, interns are expected to plan their hours as close as possible to being within the 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. time frame.

Company Background + Culture The Aubrey Group specializes in providing services such as grants-based development, fundraising, nonprofit development, HUD program management, marketing and branding, and compliance services. Our team members are expert storytellers, precise writers, and big-picture thinkers. Our grants-based development department offers public policy research, grant writing, and grant program development services to public entities, nonprofits, and private businesses.

Formed in 2015, The Aubrey Group is quickly expanding with a reputation for high-caliber consulting services grounded in the values of kindness, curiosity, and diligence. At the Aubrey Group, our team creates content for and facilitates the submission of competitive funding proposals, licensure processes, and tax credit applications. Our clients are working on the front lines of urban development and rural preservation.

The problems that they face are interesting and important, and our consultants are passionate about helping them design and fund innovative solutions. rkplace and allows us to better serve our clients. We take responsibility for developing a workplace that is attractive to, and supportive of, individuals from diverse backgrounds. This includes but is not limited to people of color, people who have experiences with disability, LGBTQ folks, people with experiences with immigration, those who honor diverse religious traditions, and individuals from poor and working-class backgrounds.

This paid internship provides an invaluable platform for aspiring grants professionals eager to make a meaningful impact through strategic fundraising efforts while gaining practical experience across all phases of the grant lifecycle. The Aubrey Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

We value diversity of professional, educational, and technical backgrounds. Please visit our website at www.theaubreygroup.org to learn more! Pay: $15.92 per hour Expected hours: 15.0 – 20.0 per week Work Location: Hybrid remote in Camden, NJ 08103

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