Corporate & Government Communications Intern - Summer 2025

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.  

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 a Corporate & Government Communications Intern to join the 2025 Summer Internship class.  

The Corporate & Government Communications Intern will support various advocacy initiatives executed by the US Corporate & Government Partnerships team, including:  

• Preparation for the September Advocacy Summit; 

• Drafting web copy, emails, and social media posts;  

• Developing marketing materials for corporate and government audiences; 

• Monitoring press and media; 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. It reports to the Sr. Lead, Advocacy Campaigns & Communications. The position requires 40 hours per week. 

Summer Internship program dates are June 9 – August 15, 2025.     

General Qualifications and Required Skills   

• Bachelor's degree must be in progress for DC Internships and applicants need to have completed at least two years of undergraduate study.  

• Creative and technical writing experience.  

• Policy and/or government experience. 

• Canva and AP style experience preferred; additional writing sample preferred with application.   

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; and