Internship: Compassionate Communications & Human Resources (Fall 2026)

The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) exists because people should be free to live and love without sexual abuse and exploitation! If you share this vision and want to help create a culture where all individuals can thrive, then we invite you to join us!

The Sexual Justice Advocate Internship program enables you to participate in the ongoing work of defending human dignity. Internships offer a unique opportunity to combat sexual abuse and exploitation while gaining new skills through hands-on opportunities that seek to prevent exploitation before it begins. Interns also enjoy abundant opportunities to meet nationally recognized leaders in the field of anti-sexual exploitation and attend education briefings. The program also offers interns an opportunity to investigate their individual strengths and develop new skills. NCOSE is focused on mass-scale prevention of sexual abuse and exploitation and deploys the tactics of corporate advocacy, public policy, civil litigation, and grassroots mobilization to reach this. Read about some of our recent victories here.

NCOSE is seeking a dedicated and professional Compassionate Communications Intern to join our team. This role is pivotal in supporting our day-to-day operations, including monitoring the front desk, answering phones, and responding to emails efficiently. This position offers a unique opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in HR practices within a mission-driven organization. Interns will assist with various aspects of human resources management, including recruitment, employee onboarding, performance evaluation, and policy development. This internship provides valuable insight into the nonprofit sector, allowing interns to contribute to the organizational culture that supports the fight against sexual exploitation. Ideal candidates are those passionate about ending sexual exploitation, and interested in pursuing a career in HR or nonprofit management. Additionally, the Compassionate Communications & Human Resources Intern will be included in ad-hoc projects that support our operations in our mission to address and combat sexual exploitation.

Term: September 2, 2026 - December 10, 2026; possible extension: six months or 1 year

Responsibilities will include:

• Greet and assist visitors at the front desk in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls while providing basic information when needed.
• Manage and update databases and office systems as required.
• Assist with various HR aspects that may include recruiting, policy review, employee onboarding, performance evaluations.
• Assist Director, Human Resources with team projects and initiatives.

Tasks may shift based on the organization's current need and opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Passionate about opposing sexual exploitation, as well as a passion for NCOSE's mission, vision and values
• University student or young professional
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other office management systems.
• Can provide their own working laptop and charger.

Benefits:

• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members
• Mentorship from some of the movement's kindest and most passionate leaders and in-depth 10-week training on various exploitation issues
• Incredible networking opportunities with movement leaders
• A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture
• Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn't know you had
• Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure

Compensation:

NCOSE internships are unpaid. However interns may be provided a small monthly stipend of $500-$700 per month based on qualifications and hours in the office.

Schedule:

This position requires approximately 24 hours per week. Candidates must be mostly available during NCOSE's office hours of Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays from 9:00 am - 4pm EST in order to coordinate with the team. Evenings and weekends are typically not eligible for a NCOSE internship.

Location:

This internship is at NCOSE's office headquarters in Washington, DC.

To apply, submit the checklist items and complete the questionnaire.

Cover Letter describing your interest in a NCOSE Internship

Resume

Two Letters of Reference

Unofficial Transcript

Writing Sample

Incomplete applications, including those without reference letters, will not be considered.