Refugees International is a non-governmental organization that stands at the forefront of championing advocacy for refugees and displaced persons globally.
Our mission is driven by the core humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence.
Our teams travel to crisis areas around the world to understand the challenges faced by displaced people and develop actionable policy solutions.
We seek diverse perspectives and encourage individuals from refugee, immigrant, or other displaced backgrounds to apply.
Refugees International (RI) is elated to announce an opportunity for aspiring changemakers to join our vibrant organization in Washington, District of Columbia.
If you are passionate about making a difference and possess talents in Strategic Outreach, this is your chance to be part of a mission-driven team that advocates for lifesaving assistance and protection for refugees and displaced individuals.
Position Overview
Position Title: 2025 Summer Internship – Strategic Outreach
Location: Washington, District of Columbia (Hybrid)
Stipend: $4,000 per month
Duration: Summer 2025 (minimum of 250 hours)
Work Hours: Eastern Time (ET), hybrid or fully remote based on location.
About the Role
As an intern on the Strategic Outreach team, you will play a key role in supporting our advocacy and campaign efforts.
You will assist with engaging diverse stakeholders, contribute to digital content creation, and help maintain our digital presence. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Supporting advocacy and campaign priorities with the Strategic Outreach team and the Refugee Advocacy Lab.
- Publishing and maintaining content on Refugees International’s website.
- Drafting multimedia, digital graphics, and written content for our platforms.
- Updating contact databases and disseminating digital communications through Marketo.
- Researching social media best practices and key advocacy targets.
- Keeping updated on current news related to our mission.
- Assisting with meetings, events, and special projects as needed.
Talents We Seek
We are looking for candidates who are:
- Enthusiastic about our vision and mission.
- Possessing strong writing and social media skills.
- Comfortable using tools like Adobe, Canva, or other digital design platforms.
- Familiar with GIS, data science, or graphic design (a plus).
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Highly interested in and knowledgeable about refugee issues.
- Lived experience of forced displacement is considered a valuable asset.
About the Strategic Outreach Team
The Strategic Outreach Team at Refugees International is dedicated to advancing the organization’s external engagement functions, such as communications, media relations, campaign management, and forming strategic partnerships.
About the Refugee Advocacy Lab
The Refugee Advocacy Lab, co-founded with partners including the International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) and the International Rescue Committee (IRC), focuses on elevating the voices and perspectives of displaced individuals.
We aim to strengthen U.S. leadership on refugee protection through strategic communications and inclusive policy advocacy.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- A cover letter
- An updated résumé
- A relevant work sample (this could be an essay, social media toolkit, video, graphic design sample, communications plan, or similar proof of competencies)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Refugees International is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse workplace that reflects the populations we serve.
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, or other factors.
Join us in our mission to advocate for those in need and support the transformation of lives worldwide!
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