Fall International Affairs Intern

ADL's International Affairs team is looking for a dynamic intern to join us from September 14 to December 18, 2026. The ideal candidate will have experience with research, writing, and database management, as well as a strong interest in international relations and global affairs. Our International Affairs internship provides the opportunity for students to gain practical experience with monitoring global developments relevant to ADL's mission, managing diplomatic relationship databases and supporting outreach to the diplomatic corps, and conducting research and analysis on international partnerships. 

Application portals will close at 12PM ET on August 14th, 2026. ADL will confirm the selected candidates by mid-August.

Primary

• →Assist with the daily tasks of the International Affairs team in New York and Washington, DC, including the monitoring of global news and social media, and preparation of digests and policy memos, and fact-checking.  
• →Undertake database maintenance to support ongoing projects 
• →Undertake assigned research and writing tasks to support ongoing projects. 
• →Assist with event management and updating of contact lists.
• →Provide assistance to other members of the International Affairs team.

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent 
• Passion for non-profit work 
• Desire to start building career within non-profit sector

• Commitment to ADL’s global mission 
• Strong oral and written communication skills 
• Demonstrated research skills 
• Good command of office software and social media 
• Detail oriented with strong organizational abilities 
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment 
• A working knowledge of a language other than English a plus 
• Experience with remote and/or international work preferred
• Familiarity with issues related to antisemitism and global affairs preferred
• Students majoring or minoring in Political Science, International Relations, History, Jewish Studies, Area Studies, or relating subjects preferred. 
• Collaborative team-player 
• Creative and innovative; takes initiative and is results-oriented – a problem solver (versus a problem identifier)  
• Excels in dynamic environments that require adaptability and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously  

• You will learn about real-life decision-making challenges and help us develop real-time solutions. 
• You will have the opportunity to present your work at internal forums within ADL.  
• You will have practical, hands-on experience with research, writing, and database management related to international relations and global affairs 
• Collaborate with, meet and learn from ADL subject matter experts at all levels and become familiar with the varied work we do to “stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment to all.”  

ADL aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally. Our mission-driven work is best accomplished in an environment that supports belonging. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws.    

ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact the People & Culture department at talentacquisition@adl.org.    

ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws. 

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.