About the role#
The Advocacy & Survivor Leadership team works to build advocacy capacity and expand the Global Survivor Network. This internship supports global initiatives by managing project tasks and coordinating with the Advocacy Specialist. This is a paid position for the Winter 2027 term, running from January 11 to April 9, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Manage meeting execution and follow-up
- Support global advocacy projects
- Create and update internal and external survivor leadership content
- Improve existing processes
- Provide departmental and general administrative support
What you'll need#
- Completed at least two years of undergraduate study
- Prior experience in a professional internship or significant leadership role
- Experience with project management or process implementation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in survivor leadership and global advocacy
- Ability to work 25-40 hours per week during business hours
- Mature orthodox Christian faith
Location & details#
- Location: District of Columbia
- Work Modality: Hybrid (onsite Tuesdays and Thursdays)
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Sponsorship: Not available
About International Justice Mission
International Justice Mission is a nonprofit organization founded in 1997. Based in Arlington, Virginia, it employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The group works to protect individuals in poverty from violence. It operates in 18 countries to address issues like slavery, child abuse, and police misconduct. The organization partners with local authorities to strengthen justice systems and hold perpetrators accountable.
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