Policy and Advocacy Intern

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization that is fighting for change that lasts, right here in the U.S. and across the globe. We bring sustainable solutions to the world’s greatest problems – disasters, extreme poverty, violence, oppression, and mass displacement. The organization is approximately 75 years old and has worked in over 100 countries around the world since its founding.

In the United States, we come alongside local churches, community organizations and hundreds of individual volunteers to support newly arriving refugee and other immigrant families. Today, we are proud to partner with over 6,000 local churches, and 95,000 volunteers globally to bring hope, healing and transformation to the most vulnerable.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?

If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.

The Policy and Advocacy Internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in shaping and advocating for policies that impact marginalized communities. Interns will work closely with the Policy and Advocacy team to support World Relief’s engagement with government agencies, Congress, and partner organizations. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates passionate about public policy, international relations, human rights, and justice. 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Assist with research and analysis on key policy issues related to immigration, refugee resettlement, international aid, and other humanitarian topics.   
• Draft policy briefs, fact sheets, and other written materials for internal use, advocacy campaigns, and external stakeholders.   
• Monitor relevant legislative activity, committee hearings, and key policy developments.   
• Support planning and coordination of advocacy events, including meetings with policymakers, briefings, and public awareness campaigns. 
•  Engage in social media strategy and digital advocacy efforts to amplify World Relief’s positions and campaigns 
•  Attend and take notes during external coalition meetings, webinars, and events.   
• Provide administrative support to the Policy and Advocacy team as needed. 

• Passionate about humanitarian work, social justice, and policy advocacy. 
•   Excellent attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 
•  Familiarity with U.S. immigration policy, refugee issues, or international development is a plus. 
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with virtual collaboration tools. 

• Mature and personal Christian faith   
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Communications, or a related field.   
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills. 

While some internships are unpaid, the program is competitive and you are encouraged to approach it in the same way you would a job. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume, application, and to pass a Criminal Background Check. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please note that an internship with World Relief does not guarantee a future job in the organization.