Development Prospect Research Intern
Per Scholas
| Company | Per Scholas |
| Category | HR & Recruiting |
| Location | United States |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Intern |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:
For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .
Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states : AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA Internship : Development Prospect Research Intern
Reports to : Director, Development Prospect Management
Duration: 6 Months | 20 Hours max weekly
Location : United States
Compensation: $20/hour.
The Development Prospect Research Intern supports the work of our National Development team. We are seeking a curious, detail-oriented, and analytical person to join our team and help us identify philanthropic leaders, corporations, and foundations with a connection to our mission. The Development Prospect Research Intern will report to the Director of Development Prospect Management and will sit on the Revenue Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity if you are interested in gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit development operations and prospect research.
Key Responsibilities
Prospect Research: Conduct deep-dive research on individual, corporate, and foundation prospects using internal databases, tools, and open-source intelligence (LinkedIn, SEC filings, news archives).
Screening: Analyze key indicators and public giving histories to estimate major gift interest and potential
Relationship Mapping: Identify "warm leads" by finding connections between our networks and potential major donors or partners.
Briefing Preparation: Assist in drafting concise, actionable research briefings that adhere to established templates to prepare leaders for high-level donor meetings.
News and Trends: Monitor funder sites, news, and social media for RFPs or important events—such as business sales or philanthropic awards.
Data Management: Maintain and audit prospect data within our CRM and digital filing systems, ensuring that dashboards and pipeline reports reflect current information.
Optimization: Assist in developing and documenting improved methods to analyze and track the large volume of information we process in support of our mission.
Confidentiality and Ethics: Follow ethical guidelines and data privacy regulations in the handling of any sensitive information
Qualifications:
Motivated by mission-driven work and aligned with Per Scholas’ mission
Curious mindset - you enjoy connecting the dots and digging through archives and records
Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to synthesize data
Proficient in Google Workspace - Google Docs, Sheets, Calendars, etc.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn
Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking institution
Degrees that align: Public & Nonprofit Management & Policy, Public Affairs, Nonprofit Administration, Nonprofit
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