Aftercare Field Office Internships and Fellowships – January 2027 Field Office Deployment

International Justice Mission • Columbia, DC

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About The Position

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 Aftercare Interns & Fellows. Aftercare Interns and Fellows support our national staff with programming for a variety of casework types (i.e., Human Trafficking, Bonded Labor, Child Sexual Assault, Intimate Partner Violence, etc.) as we seek restoration and rehabilitation for our clients. IJM's Internship and Fellowship opportunities vary every session and look different in every office. Depending on your level of experience, your role may involve some of the following responsibilities as well as other relevant duties assigned by the Field Office Director or Supervisor. In collaboration with IJM Global Aftercare and the Director of Aftercare, assist in the continued development of a comprehensive aftercare strategy for IJM; Support casework information management and input case details into Casework Tracking Management System; Maintain up-to-date statistics and information for the department; Assist in the development of systems and processes for the respective Aftercare teams as needed; Conduct research and impact assessments on how IJM Aftercare interventions affect IJM clients; Develop and maintain partnerships with aftercare providers, under the direction and guidance of the Director of Aftercare; In collaboration with IJM Global Aftercare and the Director of Aftercare, draft best practices for rehabilitation and reintegration of IJM clients; Travel with IJM staff to meet with IJM clients and work with area leaders ( Please note : not every office will require or permit interns or fellows to have direct client interaction); Complete professional writing assignments including grant proposals, program proposals, and program update reports; Provide support, logistical and/or administrative assistance to IJM Aftercare staff, under the direction of the Director of Aftercare. Other departmental support as needed. Positions may be available in: 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. Program duration is 12 months, from J anuary 2027 – December 2027 .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Organizational and administrative skills
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of Microsoft software and Windows strongly preferred
• Fluency in Spanish for Latin America offices
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) and/or at least three years of relevant experience
• Experience or exposure to program design and development
• Training or experience in trauma counseling preferred
• Experience addressing poverty and livelihood issues

Responsibilities

• Assist in the continued development of a comprehensive aftercare strategy for IJM
• Support casework information management and input case details into Casework Tracking Management System
• Maintain up-to-date statistics and information for the department
• Assist in the development of systems and processes for the respective Aftercare teams as needed
• Conduct research and impact assessments on how IJM Aftercare interventions affect IJM clients
• Develop and maintain partnerships with aftercare providers, under the direction and guidance of the Director of Aftercare
• Draft best practices for rehabilitation and reintegration of IJM clients
• Travel with IJM staff to meet with IJM clients and work with area leaders
• Complete professional writing assignments including grant proposals, program proposals, and program update reports
• Provide support, logistical and/or administrative assistance to IJM Aftercare staff, under the direction of the Director of Aftercare
• Other departmental support as needed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern