Business Operations Intern - Spring 2027

International Justice Mission; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking a Business Operations Intern for the 2027 Spring Internship class. The role supports project and portfolio management, change management, and process improvement as part of IJM's Global Operations team, reporting to the Global Director, Business Operations.

The position is flexible for in-person (Washington, DC area) or hybrid work arrangements, approximately 30–40 hours per week, with a monthly volunteer stipend.

Qualifications

• Completed at least two years of undergraduate study by the start of the internship.
• At least one prior professional internship or significant leadership experience in extracurricular, campus, volunteer, or community organizations.
• Ability to commit to a schedule of 20, 30, or 40 hours per week during standard business hours.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience in project management or process implementation is desirable; change management/training facilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support project and portfolio management, change management, and business process improvement.
• Assist with delivering project deliverables, scheduling, and coordinating tasks.
• Conduct research on industry best practices and design/edit communication materials.
• Contribute to planning and execution to scale IJM’s operational impact.

Skills

Project management

Change management

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Education

Two years undergraduate study

Job description

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 a Business Operations Intern to join the 2027 Spring Internship class.

The Global Business Operations Team works to support IJM’s Global Operations Council in its mission to empower and support the organization by driving optimal operational solutions that will scale IJM’s impact of protecting people in poverty from violence. The team supports the collaboration, alignment, improvement, and integration of all Global Business Operations Functions - Finance, HR, Legal, and Technology.

The Business Operations Intern will support project and portfolio management, change management, and business process improvement. This includes assisting with projects and tasks, such as supporting the preparation and completion of deliverables; scheduling; supporting research on industry best practices; and designing and editing communication materials.

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 Global Director, Business Operations.

The position requires 30-40 hours per week, primarily during the hours of 8:30am-5:30pm EST.

As volunteers, interns and fellows receive a monthly stipend to help defray their expenses related to participating in the internship program. This volunteer stipend is not an hourly wage, nor wages paid for services provided by the intern or fellow.

Spring internship program dates are January 11 - April 9, 2027.

Application Deadline: September 25, 2026.

General Qualifications and Required Skills

Prospective interns need to have completed at least two years of undergraduate study by the start of their internship. At least one prior professional internship experience or significant leadership experience in extracurricular, campus, volunteer, or community-based organizations. Ability to commit to a schedule consistent with the required time commitment listed above (20, 30, or 40 hours per week during standard business hours). Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills. Experience in project management or process implementation. Experience with change management and training facilitation preferred.

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.

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International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,300 professionals are at work worldwide in over 20 countries. 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.

Learn more about our work at ijm.org Visit our careers site below to learn about benefits, what it is like to work at IJM and to see frequently asked questions. https://www.ijm.org/careers

IJM is a leader in the global effort to safeguard vulnerable people. In compliance with International Safeguarding Standards (UNICEF, IASC 6 core principles on PSEA, IASC Minimum operating standards on PSEA and CHS) we commit to a zero-tolerance policy and to take measures to prevent harm against anyone who comes into contact with IJM and its work.

By choosing to move forward in the assessment and hiring process you are affirming you will abide by IJM's Safeguarding Policy, Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Policy, Code of Ethics and related procedures.