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.
