Grant Writer Intern

Grant Writer Intern

Remote | Anywhere in Canada

Internship: 4–12 Months (Flexible)

Do you love research, writing, and crafting compelling stories that lead to real‑world impact? Join our team as a Grant Writer Intern and help secure funding that supports entrepreneurship, economic development, and small‑ and mid‑sized businesses across Canada.

At CCIB, we’re dedicated to strengthening and enhancing a prosperous Indigenous economy by fostering business relationships, opportunities, and awareness. As a national Indigenous, non-partisan association, we champion inclusivity and innovation.

This role is ideal for a 3rd or 4th year student who wants hands‑on experience in grant writing, research, and business development within a mission‑driven non‑profit organization.

This opportunity is available to current Ontario‑based university students.

What You’ll Do

Research and track grant and funding opportunities

Draft grant proposals, letters of intent, and applications

Align program outcomes with funder priorities and criteria

Support budgets, logic models, and impact reporting

Conduct research on economic development and SMB trends

Gather data, success stories, and documentation for proposals

Maintain organized records of applications and outcomes

What You Bring

3rd or 4th year student in Communications, Business, Public Policy, Economics, Social Sciences, or related field

Strong research, writing, and editing skills

Excellent attention to detail and deadline management

Ability to synthesize complex information clearly

Interest in non‑profit work, entrepreneurship, and community development

Nice to Have

Research or policy analysis experience

Familiarity with impact metrics or reporting

Previous non‑profit, internship, or volunteer experience

What We Offer

Hands‑on grant writing experience

Exposure to funding strategies supporting SMBs

Meaningful work with measurable community impact

Flexible, remote, and supportive work environment

Ready to turn strong writing into real funding impact? Apply today and help power programs that support business growth and communities.

CCIB is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know in advance. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit candidates and all other qualified individuals.

Take the next step in your career and join CCIB—where your work will have a lasting impact. Apply today!

Learn more about us at www.ccib.ca.

Note: Only candidates who are eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship will be considered.

Location

Toronto, Ontario (Remote)

Department

Operations

Employment Type

Intern

Compensation

$21/hr