Communications Internships and Fellowships – January 2027 Field Office Deploymen
International Justice Mission, Washington, DC, United States
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.
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 Interns & Fellows.
Responsibilities
Identify and develop stories and news items on IJM programs for HQ materials such as News from the Field, IJM Justice Briefings, Quarterly Reports, web updates, fundraising pieces, PowerPoint presentations and IJM speeches;
Check facts and use research skills to help put IJM work into regional and global context;
Maintain a file containing articles in newspapers and internet of interest;
Conduct field research and write issue-focused stories to highlight IJM's work;
Research, compile and analyze information of use for the office in the area of communications;
Arrange interviews and establish contacts with entities, civil servants and social/media operators, etc.;
Develop documents based on studies, surveys and interviews of information subjects;
Serve as an internal, entrepreneurial reporter to capture the stories and news items that describe the work of IJM;
Draft press releases after significant events for local media;
Create and maintain press release list with local and national newspapers and magazines.
Positions
Accra, Ghana; Bucharest, Romania; Lima, Peru; Guatemala City, Guatemala; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Jakarta, Indonesia; Bangkok, Thailand; Manila, Philippines. Not every position will be available in every office.
Internship General Qualifications And Required Skills
Bachelor's degree;
Organizational and administrative skills;
Attention to detail;
Knowledge of Microsoft software and Windows strongly preferred;
Fluency in Spanish required for Latin America offices.
Fellowship General Qualifications And Required Skills
Three or more years of relevant professional experience and/or a graduate degree;
Prior work experience in Communications, Media or Public Relations;
Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Windows XP;
Experience networking with International and National NGO's, CBO's, faith-based communities, and local government;
Fluency in Spanish required for Latin America offices.
Critical Qualities
Mature orthodox Christian faith;
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;
Professional.
Benefits
As volunteers, interns and fellows receive a monthly stipend to help defray their expenses related to participating in the internship program. This volunteer stipend is not an hourly wage, nor wages paid for services provided by the intern or fellow.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We’re committed to building a diverse workforce through fair and equitable employment practices. While we welcome everyone into this work, we truly believe that the work we are doing is God’s work, not our own, and practice spiritual disciplines together daily. That’s why we legally require under SEC. 2000e-1 [Section702] of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that all employees practice a mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
Background and Security Requirements
IJM requires a background check, police clearance and thorough review of references. All applicants must meet these requirements as part of the selection process.
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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.
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 Interns & Fellows.
Responsibilities
Identify and develop stories and news items on IJM programs for HQ materials such as News from the Field, IJM Justice Briefings, Quarterly Reports, web updates, fundraising pieces, PowerPoint presentations and IJM speeches;
Check facts and use research skills to help put IJM work into regional and global context;
Maintain a file containing articles in newspapers and internet of interest;
Conduct field research and write issue-focused stories to highlight IJM's work;
Research, compile and analyze information of use for the office in the area of communications;
Arrange interviews and establish contacts with entities, civil servants and social/media operators, etc.;
Develop documents based on studies, surveys and interviews of information subjects;
Serve as an internal, entrepreneurial reporter to capture the stories and news items that describe the work of IJM;
Draft press releases after significant events for local media;
Create and maintain press release list with local and national newspapers and magazines.
Positions
Accra, Ghana; Bucharest, Romania; Lima, Peru; Guatemala City, Guatemala; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Jakarta, Indonesia; Bangkok, Thailand; Manila, Philippines. Not every position will be available in every office.
Internship General Qualifications And Required Skills
Bachelor's degree;
Organizational and administrative skills;
Attention to detail;
Knowledge of Microsoft software and Windows strongly preferred;
Fluency in Spanish required for Latin America offices.
Fellowship General Qualifications And Required Skills
Three or more years of relevant professional experience and/or a graduate degree;
Prior work experience in Communications, Media or Public Relations;
Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Windows XP;
Experience networking with International and National NGO's, CBO's, faith-based communities, and local government;
Fluency in Spanish required for Latin America offices.
Critical Qualities
Mature orthodox Christian faith;
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;
Professional.
Benefits
As volunteers, interns and fellows receive a monthly stipend to help defray their expenses related to participating in the internship program. This volunteer stipend is not an hourly wage, nor wages paid for services provided by the intern or fellow.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We’re committed to building a diverse workforce through fair and equitable employment practices. While we welcome everyone into this work, we truly believe that the work we are doing is God’s work, not our own, and practice spiritual disciplines together daily. That’s why we legally require under SEC. 2000e-1 [Section702] of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that all employees practice a mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
Background and Security Requirements
IJM requires a background check, police clearance and thorough review of references. All applicants must meet these requirements as part of the selection process.
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