Grant Compliance Legal Intern

AFSC job board•Philadelphia, PA

2d•$25•Remote

About The Position

The American Friends Service Committee Legal Internship is an opportunity to develop legal skills in compliance and contract management while working to create social justice and peace. The AFSC is a faith-based, international non-governmental organization, operating in 17 countries and headquartered in Philadelphia. The Grant Compliance Legal Intern will support a focused project to help a global nonprofit organize its compliance needs. This short-term internship offers an opportunity to gain experience in nonprofit governance, contracts, and regulatory compliance while contributing to a strategic initiative. Over three months, the intern will collaborate with the Grants Department and Deputy General Secretary to review existing governance practices, identify key compliance documents and source materials, and develop an actionable compliance framework for the organization. By the end of the internship, the intern will produce a comprehensive compliance framework document, including a map of responsibilities, an inventory of key documents and source materials, and a summary of compliance gaps with actionable recommendations. Learning Opportunities: Gain hands-on experience in assessing and organizing compliance needs for a nonprofit organization. Develop skills in legal research, gap analysis, and policy development. Work collaboratively with senior leadership on a high-impact project. Build an understanding of global nonprofit governance and compliance practices.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Enrollment in a JD program, recent law graduate, or paralegal experience preferred.
One year of experience in research, analytical, organizational, and communication skills preferred.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and to travel, as required.
Ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment.
Experience with standard Microsoft Office and related technology.
Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
Understanding of and commitment to the principles, concerns, and considerations, of AFSC in regard to issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender and sexual orientation, and disabilities.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse staff.
Commitment to Quaker values and testimonies.
Understanding of and compatibility with the principles and philosophy of the American Friends Service Committee including non-violence and the belief in the intrinsic worth of every individual.
Respect for and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender and religious diversity and familiarity with non-violent approaches to problem solving.
Ability to organize, plan ahead and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Understanding of and commitment to the principles, concerns, and considerations of AFSC in regard to issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender and sexual orientation, and disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Additional experience in nonprofit compliance, governance, and international law preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and organize compliance requirements across governance, federal and state regulations, international standards, and contractual obligations.
Conduct a gap analysis of existing compliance documents and identify missing source materials.
Assist in mapping compliance responsibilities to relevant staff members across the organization.
Support the development of a compliance framework, including detailed documentation of policies, procedures, and regulatory needs.
Research and compile information on compliance best practices for nonprofit organizations operating in global contexts.
Collaborate with internal teams to gather and organize source materials for governance, legal, and regulatory compliance.
Prepare a final report summarizing findings, recommendations, and key deliverables.
Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
Operates safely in all conditions and follows policies and procedures.
Other duties and projects as assigned.