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Intern Need To Knows

Overview 

The Nonprofit Internship Program (NPIP) pairs college students with NC nonprofits for paid summer internships. This program is designed for Pell Grant-eligible students, recognizing that unpaid internships are often not feasible. 
Applicants have the opportunity to be matched with a nonprofit host organization where they spend eight weeks interning over the summer. Internships offer a range of exposure and skill-building opportunities in areas including research, community outreach, public policy, communication, fundraising and social media. All of our opportunities are available in our NPIP Directory. 

While interns' experiences vary by site, each host organization creates a work plan that ensures a rewarding experience, substantive opportunities and adequate supervision for their intern. NPIP participants also have the opportunity to connect with other interns in the program and participate in ongoing professional development throughout the summer.
Applications are now open!! Please apply via HiringThing. 
The deadline for this application is January 30, 2026.

Intern Details 

Compensation 

 Interns receive a taxable stipend of $5,760, which the funder provides in a lump sum to host organizations.
 

Eligibility 
You are eligible to apply for NPIP if you meet ALL of the following criteria:
  • You are a North Carolina native/resident at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States (the college/university can be in or outside of NC).

AND 
  • You are a rising sophomore, junior, or senior. Note that current seniors set to graduate in the spring or summer of the internship year are NOT eligible, nor are graduate students.

AND
  • You are Pell grant-eligible in the academic year in which you apply for NPIP. You will be asked to submit a Student Aid Report screenshot to verify your eligibility for this requirement.
 
DACA and undocumented students are eligible to apply. 
 
*Please note that some internships will have additional eligibility requirements which will be outlined on the application including but not limited to background checks, drug screenings, etc. 

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