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Summer Intern, Opportunity, Race & Justice

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Internships
Entry-level / graduate
English

Other Skills

  • Communication
  • Microsoft Office
  • Collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Non-Verbal Communication

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Ability to work full time for 37.5 hours per week from July 6, 2026 to August 30, 2026
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have completed, at minimum, the first year of a master’s degree program
  • Effective communication skills including exceptional written and verbal skills, excellent people skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Requirements:

  • Contribute to the implementation of a strategic portfolio of work
  • Establish and maintain processes for managing campaigns, initiatives, and projects
  • Develop comprehensive project plans including scope, objectives and timelines
  • Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure projects adhere to schedule and budget

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Summer Intern, Opportunity, Race & Justice

SUPERVISOR: Director, Opportunity, Race and Justice

DATE EFFECTIVE: May 12, 2026

DATE REVISED: May 12, 2026

LOCATION: Remote 

TRAVEL: Low

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt



POSITION SUMMARY


The NAACP Empowerment Programs, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization for equal rights, seeks a Summer Intern, Opportunity, Race and Justice, who is dynamic and highly organized, effective, and articulate systems-thinker. This role embraces the 3Cs (coordination, cooperation, and collaboration) and is primarily responsible for leading a portfolio of strategic projects for the Center for Opportunity, Race and Justice including executing project plans, status reports, and deliverables.


The NAACP Policy & Legislative Affairs (P&L) team advances the Association’s advocacy agenda to protect civil rights and promote equity.Withthe partnership of NAACP departments(Inclusive Economy, Environmental and Climate Justice,Healthand Well-Being), state conferences, branches, and members, P&Lidentifiesthe Association’s corepolicyprioritiesand translates them into actionable advocacy strategies for policymakers.These efforts are carried out through an ongoing cycle of research, education, advocacy, and engagement that strengthens protections and advances progress for Black communities and other historically marginalized populations.  


RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES


Under the direction of the Director for the Center for Opportunity, Race and Justice, the Summer Intern will perform the following duties, to include, but not limited to:  

 

  • Contribute to the implementation of a strategic portfolio of work;
  • Establish and maintain processes for managing campaigns, initiatives, and projects;
  • Develop comprehensive project plans including scope, objectives and timelines;
  • Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure projects adhere to schedule and budget;
  • Ensure responsive and effective communication;
  • Develop resources, presentations, and other materials;
  • Manage and coordinate team, committee, and other meetings;
  • Draft reports, memoranda, briefs, and other written communications to various
  • Leverage appropriate tools to ensure efficiencies and quality of work;
  • Deliver high quality, timely work product;
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director, Opportunity, Race & Justice or other designee.


QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

  • Ability to work full time for 37.5 hours per week from July 6, 2026 to August 30, 2026; 
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have completed, at minimum, the first year of a master’s degree program;
  • Effective communication skills including exceptional written and verbal skills, excellent people skills;
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite;
  • Demonstrated commitment to the NAACP’s mission; 
  • Strong academic credentials. 

 

 

To Apply:  

  • Please submit resume, cover letter and transcript.
  • If selected for the program, candidates must provide two (2) letters of recommendation. 

 

Selected participant will be awarded a stipend of $10,000. This stipend will be paid on a bi-weekly basis and is subject to applicable state, local, and federal taxes. 





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