Fall Santa Barbara/Tri-Counties Regional Operations Intern

ADL•Santa Barbara, CA

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

ADL’s Santa Barbara/Tri-Counties Regional Operations team is looking for a dynamic intern to join us from September 14, 2026 through December 18, 2026. The ideal candidate will have experience with community outreach, internet research, written advocacy, and database management. Our Regional Operations internship provides the opportunity for students to gain practical experience working directly with the Regional Director to gain first-hand knowledge about work in the areas of community outreach and program development. The focus will be heavily on projects involving research, reporting, advocacy, and newsletter writing; planning and attending meetings; and event planning.

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Passion for non-profit work
Desire to start building a career within the non-profit sector
Excellent communication skills
Collaborative team player
Creative and innovative; takes initiative
Results-oriented – a problem solver (versus a problem identifier)
Excels in dynamic environments that require adaptability
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Energized by ADL’s mission and work

Nice To Haves

experience with community outreach
internet research
written advocacy
database management

Responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the Regional Director, research and plan incident response
Plan and participate in community outreach, event planning, and board meetings/events
Research and recruit existing or potential community partners interested in ADL programs
Draft and compile written materials for programs, events, and presentations.
Managing the Regional Operations calendar, expenses, and budget.