Grant Writing & Grant Applications Intern

Company Description Verballi AI helps educators verify student understanding through structured, AI-supported conversation rather than polished written work alone. As AI-generated writing grows harder to detect, Verballi focuses on scalable oral assessment that lets instructors hear students explain their thinking and demonstrate genuine comprehension. Students respond verbally to instructor-created prompts aligned to course rubrics while the system listens, asks targeted follow-up questions, and documents conceptual understanding without generating content for students. By analyzing speech patterns and prosody, Verballi helps distinguish natural explanation from prepared text, much like an oral exam. The platform is built with educators, for educators, to support teaching at scale, clarify authorship, and refocus assessment on learning, reasoning, and explanation.

Role Description The Grant Writing & Grant Applications Intern will support Verballi AI’s fundraising and partnership efforts by identifying relevant grant opportunities and assisting in the preparation of high-quality proposals. This Fall 2026 on-site internship role is based in Charlottesville, VA and will involve researching funding agencies, foundations, and programs that align with Verballi’s mission and product roadmap. Day-to-day responsibilities include gathering background information, drafting and refining grant narratives, assisting with application forms, and helping compile supporting materials such as budgets, timelines, and impact metrics. The intern will collaborate closely with the founding team to tailor proposals, track submission deadlines, and maintain organized documentation of applications and outcomes. This role offers hands-on experience in grant strategy, nonprofit and edtech funding, and clear, mission-driven communication.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills and Research abilities to identify funding opportunities, interpret grant guidelines, and synthesize complex information.
• Candidates should possess effective Proposal Writing and Communication skills to craft compelling narratives, articulate impact, and collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Candidates should possess foundational Budgeting skills to assist in developing clear, accurate, and compliant financial sections of grant applications.
• Candidates should possess attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and documentation requirements.
• Interest in education, AI, assessment, or social impact-focused technology, with the ability to quickly understand Verballi’s mission and product.
• Proficiency with productivity tools (e.g., Google Workspace or Microsoft Office) and comfort working with shared documents and spreadsheets.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in a relevant field such as Public Policy, Education, Communications, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Ability to work on-site in Charlottesville, VA, collaborate with a small team, and receive feedback in a learning-focused internship environment.