Investigations & Law Enforcement Development Internship

International Justice Mission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend

Job summary

International Justice Mission seeks Investigations & Law Enforcement Development Interns & Fellows for a 12-month program (June 2027 – May 2028). Opportunities span multiple offices worldwide, with ongoing training and mentorship in investigations.

A bachelor’s degree and leadership or internship experience are required, along with Spanish fluency for Latin America offices. The role includes administrative duties and field support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least one prior internship or significant leadership experience in extracurricular, campus, volunteer, or community-based organizations.
• Organizational and administrative skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software and Windows strongly preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish required for Latin America offices.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Spanish fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows OS

Job description

International Justice Mission seeks Investigations & Law Enforcement Development Interns & Fellows for a 12-month program (June 2027 – May 2028). Opportunities span multiple offices worldwide, with ongoing training and mentorship in investigations.

A bachelor’s degree and leadership or internship experience are required, along with Spanish fluency for Latin America offices. The role includes administrative duties and field support.