Communications & Research Intern

Who We Are

International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 professionals are at work worldwide in over 30 offices. Together we are on a mission to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice unstoppable.

We are a global community that cares for one another. We believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We provide professional excellence with joy and celebration to all those we serve. 

The Need

For over 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence. 9 out of 9 times in the last decade, IJM’s Justice System Strengthening Projects have reduced slavery and violence between 50 and 85% for very large populations of people in poverty. As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people from violence, we are seeking Communications & Research Interns.

Program Dates: June 2025 – August 2025

Application Deadline: February 14, 2025

*Applications for these roles will be processed following the application deadline.

Areas of Interest:

• Policy & Research

• Corporate & Government Communications

• Public Engagement

• Global Marketing

• Global Innovation & Design

• Strategy & Reporting

Responsibilities:

• Support the development and execution of communication and research initiatives aligned with IJM’s mission.

• Assist in content creation, editing, and distribution across various platforms.

• Conduct research and compile insights on topics relevant to IJM’s work.

• Collaborate with team members on campaigns, events, and other engagement efforts.

• Provide general administrative and logistical support as needed.

• Participate in IJM’s community of spiritual formation. 

Qualifications:

• Strong communication and research skills.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to multitask and work independently.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn.

• Interest in human rights, justice, or nonprofit work.

Critical Qualities:

• Eager commitment to IJM's Core Values: Christian, Professional and Bridge-Building;

• Self-starter with strong initiative; 

• Disciplined with priorities;

• Strong interpersonal skills and self-awareness;

• Exceptional verbal and written communication;

• Flexible, collaborative and eager to support others;

• Effective team player who fosters collaborative environment; and

• Adept at creative problem solving.

Application Process:

Upload Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith* in one PDF document.

*What is a statement of faith?
A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document and should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.

All IJM internships and fellowships are unpaid volunteer positions.

IJM holds strict safeguarding principles and a zero tolerance to violations of the Safeguarding Policy, Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Policy, and Code of Ethics. Candidate selection is based on technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring criteria subject to assessing the candidate’s value congruence and thorough background, police clearance, and reference check processes.

IJM requires a background check, police clearance and thorough review of references with an employment offer and/or employment contract.

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