Policy & Advocacy Intern, Spring 2026 (paid)

Save the Children

Hybrid, Washington, DC

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Intern, Special Programs: Forensic Services

Req #652
Headquarters, 333 John Carlyle, Alexandria, Virginia, United States of America

POSITION:               Intern, Special Programs: Forensic Services

DEPARTMENT:        Missing Children Division (MCD), Special Programs

LOCATION:              Alexandria, VA

SEMESTER:            Spring 2026 Interested Applicants ONLY

NOTE: If the application deadline date has been reached and the position is still posted, please continue to apply as we are still accepting applications.

UNIT DESCRIPTION: The Forensic Services Unit (FSU) falls under the Missing Children Division (MCD), Special Programs. FSU maintains three core programs that encompass 1) biometrics, 2) forensics, and 3) a multidisciplinary team that works on unidentified deceased child cases and long-term missing child cases.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Interns will be assigned to the Forensic Services Unit and will be assigned to an FSU Case Manager to assist on one or more of the following duties with the potential to take on additional responsibilities.

• Communicate professionally with law enforcement or other forensic professionals to help gather information and advance cases of missing children.
• Review case files and identify relevant information to help determine need for resource application.
• Prepare written supplemental progress reports on case activities and communications
• Assist with the collection and documentation of information on special data projects
• Help compose standardized reports detailing availability of biometrics on missing child cases
• Participate in internal multidiscipline case reviews
• Attend various on-site and virtual trainings and presentations as they are offered

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Must currently have or working towards a Master’s Degree or other advanced degree related to Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, or a related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week
• Ability to work in person at the Alexandria, Virginia office
• Demonstrate ability to analyze written materials
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information

SALARY

Although internships are unpaid positions, each intern will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge and hands-on experience in the position of his/her choosing and will receive academic credit through an approved program at his/her college or as a volunteer. Interns will be reimbursed for parking or public transportation expenses.

HOURS

The Forensic Services Unit intern is required to commit to a one or two semester internship term with a minimum of 20 hours per week, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, during Fall semesters.

TO APPLY

Please visit our website at www.missingkids.org. A virtual interview will be requested of the most qualified applicants as part of the final selection process.

Investigations and Law Enforcement Development Internships and Fellowships – June 2026 Field Office Deployment

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 Investigations & Law Enforcement Development Interns & Fellows. 

Investigations and Law Enforcement Development Interns and Fellows support IJM staff in liaising with local law enforcement officials to ensure that they intervene to rescue identified victims and arrest and charge the identified perpetrators. Depending on your level of experience, your role may involve some of the following responsibilities as well as other relevant duties assigned by the Field Office Director or Supervisor.  

• Assist with writing and editing reports of investigation activities;  

• Organize and track progress of ongoing operations, including the operation stage and expenses incurred for each operation;  

• Create intelligence reports that organize and analyze data;  

• Maintain department databases and files;  

• Assist in the development of protocols, procedures and best practices for the Investigations department;  

• Assist with organizing, administering and documenting ongoing training in Investigations;  

• Research future equipment needs and purchases;  

• Operate and maintain investigative equipment;  

• Facilitate investigations through logistical support as needed;  

• Develop and train Investigations Staff in investigations techniques;  

• Assist the Investigations staff in case development and case management;  

• Assist in the review of case investigations and provide appropriate feedback;  

• Compile criminal intelligence, enter the information in the intelligence database and analyze the intelligence to provide investigative leads to the Investigations Staff; and  

• Assist in operations planning, risk assessment and risk management.  

  

Positions may be available in: Accra, Ghana; Bucharest, Romania; Lima, Peru; Guatemala City, Guatemala; San Salvador, El Salvador; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Jakarta, Indonesia; Bangkok, Thailand; Manila, Philippines; Cebu, Philippines. Not every position will be available in every office.   

Program duration is 12 months, from June 2026 – May 2027. 

  

Internship General Qualifications and Required Skills  

• Bachelor’s degree;  

• Organizational and administrative skills;  

• Attention to detail;  

• Knowledge of Microsoft software and Windows strongly preferred; and  

• Fluency in Spanish required for Latin America offices.  

Fellowship General Qualifications and Required Skills  

• Minimum of five years as a commission local, state or federal law enforcement officer;  

• Minimum of two years Vice and Narcotics and / or undercover investigations experience and Field Training Officer experience preferred;  

• Tactical experience and / or critical incident management experience preferred; and  

• Fluency in Spanish required for Latin America offices.  

  

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  

• Professional.  

Application Process:   

Upload Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith* in one PDF document.

Immigration Intern

remote type: Hybrid

locations: Silver Spring, MD USA

time type: Full time

job requisition id: JR00000302

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Background: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.    

Scope of work:  IRC’s Immigration Department in Silver Spring, Maryland, provides high quality, low-cost immigration services, including filing applications for adjustment of status (i.e., green cards), work Authorization, naturalization, and family reunification for a broad range of clients. 

Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for going through client immigration documents and assisting clients with requirements for consultations and application sessions with legal staff. 
• Answer client questions regarding immigration services, and, when necessary, refer clients to the appropriate IRC staff member. 
• General administrative support, including tracking, filing, and mailing relevant documents, applications, and notices of action. 
• Under the guidance of the supervising Immigration Services Manager, assist in putting client information updates in Lolly Law database. 
• Assist clients with document translation, authentication, presentation and completion. 
• Provide special assistance to clients with particular needs. 
• Promote the IRC’s immigration department through online and local networks. 
• Research immigration issues, polices and programs 
• Build partnerships with local agencies to improve systems of providing immigration services.

Learning Objectives: 

• Learn about immigration services available to newcomers. 
• Gain experience in online databases such as Lolly Law and application processing. 
• Experience working in outreach to support building partnerships. 

Qualifications: 

• Working towards a college degree related to international relief, humanitarian work or refugee law related subjects. Must be current student or within 12 months of schooling.*  
• Passion to work with  limited-English speaking refugees (second language proficiency a plus, Spanish strongly preferred, also seeking French, Dari, and Pashto)  
• Interest and/or work experience on U.S Immigration law and outreach knowledge (Prior experience in immigration is a plus). 
• Excellent research, language, database management, and record keeping skills. 

TO APPLY 

Click Apply Now at the top of this page. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and a list of (at least) three references to your application. The deadline to apply is January 5th, 2026. 

This position is for the Spring semester and requires a minimum commitment of 4 months. Ability to come in-person to Silver Spring office is required. The immigration department is currently in-person Monday – Thursday and remote on Fridays. 

Spring 2026 Interns are expected to begin their internship term by attending an in-person intern orientation on January 26th, 2026 from 9:15AM-3:30PM.