Fall National Affairs Intern

Anti-Defamation League; Washington (Washington County); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Anti-Defamation League (ADL) invites applications for the Fall 2026 Internship with the National Affairs team. The role runs September 14 to December 18, 2026, at 15 hours per week. Work may be remote or hybrid with in-person presence in Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities include research, policy support, and advocacy materials across federal affairs and education initiatives. Ideal candidates are passionate about nonprofit work and eager to launch a career in public policy, with strong writing,

Qualifications

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.
• Passion for non‑profit work.
• Desire to start building career within non‑profit sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist with federal affairs work by monitoring congressional activities, helping draft advocacy materials, and supporting outreach to elected officials.
• Contribute to the Center to Combat Antisemitism in Education by researching educational policies, helping develop advocacy strategies, and supporting initiatives to address antisemitism in K-12 schools and on college campuses.
• Conduct research on antisemitism in various sectors to support policy development and advocacy efforts.
• Draft correspondence, talking points, and other materials for meetings with government officials and community stakeholders.
• Assist with community mobilization and volunteer engagement efforts.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Research skills

Organizational skills

Discretion

MS Word

MS Excel

Mission-driven

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ADL Fall 2026 Internship Description

ADL’s National Affairs team is looking for a dynamic intern to join us from September 14 to December 18, 2026. The National Affairs Intern will work across the team supporting Federal Affairs, Community Mobilization & Volunteer Engagement, the Ronald Birnbaum Center for Combatting Antisemitism in Education (CCAE), and the Ratings and Assessments Institute (RAI). The intern will support initiatives on each team that address antisemitism and extremism across all levels of government and various public sectors. Projects may involve research, tracking, advocacy support, correspondence writing, database management, meeting preparation, and other duties as assigned. This is a part‑time internship requiring a commitment of 15 hours per week. This internship can be remote or in-person in Washington, D.C.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with federal affairs work by monitoring congressional activities, helping draft advocacy materials, and supporting outreach to elected officials
• Contribute to the Center to Combat Antisemitism in Education by researching educational policies, helping develop advocacy strategies, and supporting initiatives to address antisemitism in K-12 schools and on college campuses
• Conduct research on antisemitism in various sectors to support policy development and advocacy efforts
• Draft correspondence, talking points, and other materials for meetings with government officials and community stakeholders
• Assist with community mobilization and volunteer engagement efforts

Requirements

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.
• Passion for non‑profit work.
• Desire to start building career within non‑profit sector.

Skills / Attributes

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to ADL’s mission.
• Discretion when dealing with sensitive issues.
• Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Compensation and Hours

• This internship is paid at local minimum wage or 15/hr (whichever is higher).
• The internship is 15 hours per week.
• This internship will be remote or hybrid with in‑person presence in Washington, D.C.

What will you do during this internship?

• You will learn about real‑life decision‑making challenges and help us develop real‑time solutions.
• You will have the opportunity to present your work at internal forums within ADL.
• You will have practical, hands‑on experience with research, tracking, advocacy support, correspondence writing, and database management.
• Collaborate with, meet and learn from ADL subject matter experts at all levels and become familiar with the varied work we do to “stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment to all.”

ADL aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally. Our mission‑driven work is best accomplished in an environment that supports belonging. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws.

ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact the People & Culture department [e-mail].

ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.