International Justice Mission
Executive Office Internship (Remote & Hybrid)
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Job Description
- Req#: R-00402
- Executive Operations (In-Person Required 2 Days/Week Minimum): Intern will provide administrative support to the executive operations team's building and maintaining of culture, rhythms, projects and processes that support the work of IJM's executive office, including assistance with special projects, office relocation efforts, and special events (e.g., GLT retreat, GPG).
- Preferred Skills and Experience: past administration experience (, organized, detail oriented, excellent verbal and written communications, ability to work with minimal supervision, strong time management skills, proven discretion and professionalism (will have access to confidential information)
- Bachelor's degree must be in progress or completed for this internship, and applicants need to have completed at least two years of undergraduate study.
- Eager commitment to IJM's Core Values: Christian, Professional and Bridge-Building;
- Humble and resilient;
- Pursues excellence;
- Culturally aware and appreciative of difference;
- Strong service ethic;
- Innovative problem solver;
- Ability to build trust and strong partnerships with others;
- Courageous in pursuing opportunities and challenges;
- Tenacious in achieving goals; and
- Professional.
- Cover Letter describing your interest in an IJM Internship or Fellowship
- Resume
- Statement of Faith (if not addressed in cover letter. Please share about what your faith means to you and how it has inspired you to take part in the work of IJM).
About the company
International Justice Mission is an international, non-governmental 501 organization focused on human rights, law and law enforcement.
Now accepting applications for remote Interns and Fellows:
Program Dates: January 27- April 25, 2025
Application Deadline: August 21
*Applications for this position will be processed on a rolling basis, so interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.
If you are interested in multiple internships (even if it's on a separate job posting), please indicate which positions are of interest in your cover letter. You do not need to submit more than one application.
These internships can be done fully remotely, or in-person at our office in Arlington, Virginia.
If you are interested in multiple internships (even if it's on a separate job posting), please indicate which positions are of interest in your cover letter. You do not need to submit more than one application.
Applicants under 20 hours/week will not be considered. Incomplete Applications (No Cover Letter & Statement of Faith) will not be considered. Please do not apply with just a resume.
Program Information
The DC internship program is designed to give undergraduate students, graduate students, and young professionals the opportunity to serve IJM's Global Center. Interns participate in the ongoing work of protecting the rights of those subject to violent forms of oppression and human rights abuses.
IJM internships offer a unique opportunity for professional development and spiritual growth. The program benefits those who plan to pursue various career paths, including public relations, law, Christian ministry, law enforcement, public policy, business, social work or general non-profit or international work. The program offers interns an opportunity to investigate their individual gifts and develop new skills while working at IJM's corporate Global Center.
For many interns, the DC internship is a strategic step prior to attending graduate school or beginning a career. The positions are open to college and graduate students, recent college graduates, and young professionals in career transition.
IJM's Executive Office is led by IJM's Chief Administrative Officer, whose team is responsible for ensuring strong, effective executive leadership and strategic management of IJM's global enterprise, including all five regions where IJM works and its accompanying global support and program functions.
Positions Available :
IJM's Internship opportunities vary every session and look different in every office. Interns generally will assist a specific person or team. The positions involve the described tasks and responsibilities as well as other relevant duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.
General Qualifications and Required Skills
Critical Qualities
To apply, please upload the following items compiled into one pdf: ((Firstname.Lastname.Application.pdf)( Please note, applications missing one or more of these items will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.)
**When you apply, you will be asked to provide the names and contact information for two references; one Work or Professional Reference and one Spiritual Reference. Please note that if we move forward with your application, we may be contacting them for further information about your candidacy.
All IJM internships and fellowships are unpaid positions. Interns and fellows are expected to financially support themselves throughout the duration of their time of service.