Casa Carlini is seeking thoughtful, motivated students who want hands-on experience in the cultural nonprofit world—at the intersection of independent publishing, fundraising, and donor development.
Casa Carlini is a fiscally sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, which allows our publishing initiatives to operate as nonprofit, donor-supported endeavors. This internship offers a rare opportunity to see how fiscally sponsored cultural projects raise funds, build donor communities, and sustain ambitious, socially engaged books.
As an intern, you’ll help support fundraising efforts for Casa Carlini’s publishing projects, with a focus on donor research, outreach, and relationship-building. You’ll contribute to the early stages of developing a donor network that supports long-term publishing work—learning how development strategy, storytelling, and mission alignment come together in practice.
What you’ll be doing:
Researching prospective donors, foundations, and funding opportunities aligned with Casa Carlini’s mission
Assisting with donor outreach materials, campaigns, and communications
Helping organize and maintain donor databases and tracking systems
Supporting strategic conversations around fundraising and sustainability for nonprofit publishing
Gaining exposure to the broader editorial and publishing landscape at Casa Carlini
Who this is for:
Undergraduate or graduate students interested in publishing, nonprofit work, arts administration, journalism, or cultural organizations
Strong researchers and writers who are comfortable working independently
Students curious about fundraising, development, and donor stewardship as practical, transferable skills
People who care deeply about books, ideas, and cultural impact
What you’ll gain:
Practical experience in nonprofit fundraising and donor development
Insight into how fiscally sponsored arts and publishing projects operate
Mentorship and exposure to real-world development strategy
Substantive, resume-building work and professional references
This is an unpaid internship designed to be educational, meaningful, and flexible around academic schedules. The position is remote-friendly, with occasional opportunities for live collaboration depending on location.
To apply, send a brief note about yourself, your academic background, and why this kind of work interests you. A résumé and short writing sample are welcome but not required.
Casa Carlini is committed to supporting emerging voices—both on the page and behind the scenes.
