Philanthropy Intern - Fall 2026

International Justice Mission • Columbia, DC

1d • Hybrid

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. 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 a Philanthropy Intern to join the 2026 Fall Internship class. The Philanthropy Intern will join the US Philanthropy team, which serves the organization by connecting generous donors with the inspiring work happening in IJM’s programs and inviting them to engage deeper. The Philanthropy Intern will support the organization's largest revenue-raising arm on critical projects. Tasks may include: Project coordination; Events/logistics planning; Fundraising campaign planning; Database management; and Participating in departmental and general IJM administrative support. This position can be fully in-person or hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) in the Washington, DC area or remote for non-local candidates. It reports to the Sr. Associate, Philanthropy. The position requires 30-40 hours per week, primarily during the hours of 8:30am-5:30pm EST. 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. Fall internship program dates are September 14 – December 11, 2026. Application Deadline : April 24, 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree must be in progress for DC/Remote Internships and applicants need to have completed at least two years of undergraduate study.
• Experience and interest in project management and event planning.
• Experience and interest in fundraising
• Experience in database management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Project coordination
• Events/logistics planning
• Fundraising campaign planning
• Database management
• Participating in departmental and general IJM administrative support

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern