Investigations & Law Enforcement Development Intern - Summer 2026

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 an Investigations & Law Enforcement Development (ILED) Intern to join the 2026 Summer Internship class.  

The ILED Intern will support various initiatives executed by the END OSEC Center, working to combat the online sexual exploitation of children. Tasks may include:   

• Providing support to ongoing project activities and law enforcement trainings; 

• Assisting with internal communication and partnership management; 

• Monitoring and implementing key ILED projects; 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 Director, Law Enforcement Capacity Building and Consulting. The position requires 30-40 hours per week, primarily during the hours of 8:30am-5:30pm EST.  

Summer internship program dates are June 1 – Aug. 7, 2026.     

Application Deadline: Dec. 31, 2025. Candidate communication will begin in early January. 

General Qualifications and Required Skills   

• 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 or interest in law or law enforcement. 

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.  

• Cross-cultural experience and communication skills.  

Critical Qualities   

• Mature orthodox Christian faith;