Executive Office Intern - Summer 2026 - Washington, DC or Remote
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Executive Office Intern - Summer 2026 · The Executive Office Intern will support the President & CEO and C-suite executives, gaining exposure to the full scope of high-level leadership in a mission-driven nonprofit. The intern will help design and strengthen organizational system ...
Executive Office Intern - Summer 2026
How will you make a difference in the human rights space through this internship?
The Executive Office Intern contributes to the organization's effectiveness by creating and maintaining structures that enhance capacity across the Executive Team. Through project management, strategic coordination, and relationship support, this intern will help ensure Human Rights First's leadership can operate efficiently and advance key initiatives in human rights.
Nonprofit Operations
Desired Skills and Experience
Education: Undergraduate and/or graduate student. Students studying Public Administration, International Affairs, Political Science, Business, Communications, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Compensation: Unpaid
Submission Deadline: March 20, 2026
Start Date: May 26, 2026
End Date: August 14, 2026
Time Commitment: 15-25 hours/week
Application Instructions: Please include a resume and cover letter in PDF format.
Human Rights First is committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing staff and interns from a diversity of backgrounds, including members of racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, people of all socioeconomic backgrounds, people of all nationalities, and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. We believe that a diverse staff and an inclusive work environment that welcomes a range of perspectives make us stronger and more effective.
Job description
Executive Office Intern - Summer 2026
The Executive Office Intern will support the President & CEO and C-suite executives, gaining exposure to the full scope of high-level leadership in a mission-driven nonprofit. The intern will help design and strengthen organizational systems that advance Human Rights First's mission and strategic priorities. This role offers unique professional development through direct engagement with senior leaders, cross-departmental collaboration, and insight into nonprofit management, fundraising, and governance.
How will you make a difference in the human rights space through this internship?
The Executive Office Intern contributes to the organization's effectiveness by creating and maintaining structures that enhance capacity across the Executive Team. Through project management, strategic coordination, and relationship support, this intern will help ensure Human Rights First's leadership can operate efficiently and advance key initiatives in human rights.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operational Strategy and Systems- Develop and maintain systems to manage full lifecycle of materials so that the Executive Office has a clear view of engagement pipelines and priorities
- Support creation and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures for the Executive Office
- Serve as a liaison between the Executive Office and program teams to collect and synthesize information ahead of key stakeholder meetings
- Develop and maintain structural systems, workflows, and internal materials that strengthen executive operations
- Track meeting outcomes, manage follow-through items, and identify ongoing priorities, and help monitor progress toward next steps that emerge from executive engagements
- Draft and format materials to advance implementation of strategic initiatives
- Support contact management, relationship tracking, and communications scheduling for the CEO engagement efforts
- Coordinate with the Development Team in the preparation of briefing notes, correspondence, and reports for funders and partners
Nonprofit Operations
- Provide logistical support for in-person executive meetings
- Coordinate supply orders and assist with vendor communications as needed
- Collaborate with the Executive Coordinator on internal communications and cross-team initiatives
Desired Skills and Experience
- Demonstrated interest in human rights, governance, or nonprofit management
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in interactions with high-level executives
- Strong judgment and the ability to distinguish between high-priority and lower-priority tasks
- Displays initiative by making strategic recommendations for improved operations and workflows
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment and managing projects independently
Education: Undergraduate and/or graduate student. Students studying Public Administration, International Affairs, Political Science, Business, Communications, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Compensation: Unpaid
Submission Deadline: March 20, 2026
Start Date: May 26, 2026
End Date: August 14, 2026
Time Commitment: 15-25 hours/week
Application Instructions: Please include a resume and cover letter in PDF format.
Human Rights First is committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing staff and interns from a diversity of backgrounds, including members of racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, people of all socioeconomic backgrounds, people of all nationalities, and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. We believe that a diverse staff and an inclusive work environment that welcomes a range of perspectives make us stronger and more effective.