102 West Third Street, Suite 1110

Winston-Salem, NC27101-5287

Telephone: (336) 725-7541 or (800) 443-8319

Fax: (336) 725-6069

The mission of Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation is to improve the quality of life of the people of North Carolina. The vision is:

  • To promote social, economic, and environmental justice;
  • To strengthen democracy through an educated and informed populace;
  • To encourage innovation and excellence in a dynamic nonprofit sector;
  • To foster cooperation and respect among all racial, ethnic, and socio-economic groups;
  • To build strong, vibrant, economically sound, and peaceful communities.

INTERNSHIP BACKGROUND: Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation offers one, in-house internship each summer for an undergraduate or graduate student who desires experience related to philanthropy, the nonprofit sector, public policy, and/or community service in North Carolina. Interns may have the opportunity to assist staff in researching projects related to the long-term goals of the Foundation as well as projects of personal interest. Interns also shadow staff members, attend conferences and meetings, and participate in the overall activities of the Foundation. This internship provides a unique opportunity for a student to explore his/her interests with the goal of informing future career pathways.

North Carolina natives, residents, and/or students attending accredited colleges or universities in the state are eligible to apply. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in philanthropy, the nonprofit sector, public policy, and/or community service. Applicants must also demonstrate strong communication skills, the desire to take on personal responsibility, and the willingness to support Foundation staff through intensive research projects.

Z. SMITH REYNOLDS FOUNDATION

102 West Third Street, Suite 1110

WINSTON-SALEM, NC27101-5287

Telephone: (336) 725-7541 or (800) 443-8319

Fax: (336) 725-6069

INTERNSHIP APPLICATION

TO THE APPLICANT: The information requested herein willassist the Foundation staff in selectingan intern for the summer of 2015. The duration of the internship is generally six to ten consecutive weeks, with a fairly flexible starting date. This internship providesa summer stipend of $275 a week, plus a housing stipend if the intern does not live within commuting distance of Winston-Salem.

The Foundation must receive applications no later than JANUARY 5, 2015 and accepts applications BY EMAIL ONLY. Applications can be downloaded from the Foundation’s website at To access the application, go to the “About” tab and then click on the “ZSR Summer Internship” tab.

Applicants must complete the entire application. Answers to all questions should not exceed the maximum lines allotted and should be typed in Times New Roman 12 point font with one inch margins. In addition to the application, please include a copy of your résumé.

Interested candidates should email résumés and a completed application to with the subject line: Internship Application. Applications must be received by noon on January 5, 2015.

Please contact Keren Salimby phone at (336) 725-7541 ext. 114 or by email at with any questions about the internship and/or the application.

102 West Third Street, Suite 1110

Winston-Salem, NC27101-5287

Telephone: (336) 725-7541 or (800) 443-8319

Fax: (336) 725-6069

INTERNSHIP APPLICATION

  1. Biographical Information

Name (First, Middle, Last):

Mailing Address (Street, City, State, Zip):

Daytime Telephone:

Email address (required):

Date of Birth:

Place of Birth:

  1. What high school (or equivalent) did you attend?
  1. List all colleges/universities you have attended and your graduation date(s) at the institution(s). Please note your current/expected degrees, majors, overall GPA, and major GPA.
  1. When could you begin your internship and how long would you like to work?
  1. How did you hear about this position?
  1. Briefly describe the activity of your high school or college career that was most meaningful to you and why.(You may use up to 10 lines)
  1. State briefly why you are interested in this internship and what you hope to gain from your experience.What would your expectations be about your experience here? (You may use up to 8 lines)
  1. Describe your interests or experiences in philanthropy, public policy, and/or the nonprofit sector. How did these interests attract you to this internship? (You may use up to 8 lines)
  1. Several years ago, the Foundation created focus areas to become more effective in its grantmaking: Community Economic Development, Strengthening Democracy, Environment, Public Education, and Social Justice & Equity. By concentrating its resources in these areas, the Foundation hopes to bring about specific, significant changes more quickly. Importantly, the Foundation does not limit itself to making grants within these areas, nor does it consider these areas to be immutable. For more information on the Foundation’s focus areas and desired outcomes, visit and click on the “Focus Areas” tab. Please describe your interests and experiences in one of these focus areas. (You may use up to 8 lines)
  1. Please describe your level of comfort using technology and working with both quantitative and qualitative datasets. Please include any relevant experience. (You may use up to 8 lines):
  1. By its founding charter, the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation exclusively focuses on serving people and places within North Carolina. Why are you drawn to pursue an internship in this state?(You may use up to 6 lines):
  1. Please list two references, including at least one academic reference, along with addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses, and relationship to you:

Name (First, Middle, Last):

Mailing Address (Street, City, State, Zip):

Daytime Telephone:

Email address (required):

Relationship:

Name (First, Middle, Last):

Mailing Address (Street, City, State, Zip):

Daytime Telephone:

Email address (required):

Relationship:

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After the deadline, an initial review of the applications will be completed. After this review, a pool of finalists will be chosen and interviewed by Foundation staff. Applicants not chosen as finalists will be notified by mail. Finalist interviews will take place in late January or early February. Final decisions will be made shortly thereafter.

Interested candidates should email résumés and a completed application to with the subject line: Internship Application. Applications must be received by noon on January 5, 2015.

Please contact Keren Salim by phone at (336) 725-7541 ext. 114 or by email at with any questions about the internship and/or the application.

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