What is PollyLabs?

PollyLabs is a nonprofit organization in the tech-for-good space. Our mission is to solve societal issues at scale through the use of existing technologies. We operate as a hybrid organization that functions as a think tank and startup studio. 

We currently run three programs:

• Exploration: Pinpoint high-impact opportunities where technology can solve critical challenges using cross-sector expertise

• Incubation: Develop, test, and incubate successful solutions into viable ventures

• Scale: Provide funding and capacity support to accelerate existing ventures

Over the next five years, the PollyLabs team will incubate, finance, and spin out approximately 25 mission-led, for-profit start-ups that repurpose technology to tackle major societal problems.

 

Role Overview:
We are seeking a strategic, mission-driven intern to support our communications and fundraising work. This role is ideal for a graduate student interested in philanthropy, venture building, and high-impact social innovation. You’ll work closely with the leadership team to craft messaging, support donor engagement, and plan intimate events and webinars.

 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Conduct research on prospective donors, investors, and partners

• Draft high-quality written materials, including donor outreach, reports, and op-eds

• Support the planning and execution of events and webinars

• Assist in shaping and implementing communications strategy and messaging

• Help manage CRM and maintain relationship-tracking systems

 

Who is the ideal candidate?

• Graduate student across marketing, MBA, MPA or other relevant sector

• A strong writer and communicator with excellent attention to detail

• Professional, reliable, and able to engage with senior stakeholders

• Organized, resourceful, and proactive in identifying opportunities

• Interested in venture philanthropy, social impact, or strategic communications

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What we offer? 

• A unique opportunity to help shape our communications and fundraising strategy, laying the foundation for future growth at an early-stage organization

• Hybrid work environment, with an in-person commitment of at least two days per week (Lincoln Center area)

• 11-week internship beginning in mid-June (exact start date TBD), with 5 days of PTO

• Modest stipend 

• As a nonprofit, we are eligible for university matching fund opportunities

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How to apply? 
Please submit your resume and a brief email outlining your interest and relevant experience

to ella@polly-labs.com.