International Justice Mission (IJM) Internships & Fellowships

Type: Fellowship

Organization: The International Justice Mission (IJM)

Countries:

Degree levels:

Funding:

• Monthly stipend to help cover living expenses

• Professional mentorship from experienced practitioners

• Exposure to international justice and development work

• Opportunity to work on real-world projects with global teams

• Access to a strong international professional network

• Flexible remote and hybrid work options

Eligibility:

Applicants must meet the following general requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Students must have completed a minimum of two years of university study (for short-term roles)

• Bachelor’s degree required for global internships and fellowships

• Cross-cultural experience is an advantage, especially for international placements

• Strong interest in justice, human rights, or international development

• Open to applicants from all countries, subject to local labor laws

Deadline: Not specified

Notes:

IJM offers two main pathways for internships and fellowships:

D.C.-Based and Remote Internships and Fellowships

• Duration: 2–3 months

• Open to: Students who have completed at least two years of university

• Legal Fellowship: 6–12 months (for candidates with a Juris Doctor degree)

• Work Mode: Includes remote and flexible work arrangements

Application cycles:

• Spring (January – April): Applications open in June

• Summer (May – August): Applications open in October

• Fall (September – December): Applications open in March

Global Internships and Fellowships

• Duration: 12 months

• Open to: Bachelor’s degree holders and experienced professionals

• Location: IJM field offices worldwide

• Deployment cycles: January and June each year

• Application window: Opens 11–12 months before deployment

 

Application Timeline: Varies by intake cycle

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