ABOUT NCOSE & INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:

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.

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

NCOSE is seeking a Graphic Design Intern to join our dynamic team. The Graphic Design Intern will work closely with the Communications and Marketing teams to create engaging visual content that supports our mission and advocacy efforts. This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced non-profit environment.

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 gifts and develop new skills while working at NCOSE’s headquarters.

SEMESTER DATES:January 6- April 18, 2025

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 1, 2024*

*Applications for this position will be processed on a rolling basis, so interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.

**We are typically inundated with applications. We greatly appreciate your patience as we carefully review each candidate and ask that you hold your questions until contacted for an interview.

TERM: 13-15 weeks, six months, or 1 year

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performing work on special projects as assigned by the Director of Creative Content. Such work may include:
  • participating in media strategy discussions and planning
  • developing social media memes
  • designing educational materials and resources
  • editing video footage
  • proof reading to produce accurate and high-quality work
  • thinking creatively to produce new ideas and design concepts
  • developing design briefs for specific marketing/educational campaigns
  • illustrating concepts by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts
  • obtaining approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval
  • preparing finished copy and art
• Receiving exposure to aspects of running a nonprofit organization including:
  • digital strategies (including maintaining an online presence and increasing base of support nationwide)
  • event planning
  • grassroots mobilization
  • strategic planning
• Representing NCOSE (as an observer) and reports on events at coalition meetings, as well as congressional hearings as directed.
• Keeping abreast of current developments (including pop culture) using various media and academic resources relating to:
  • harms of pornography
  • harms of prostitution and other forms of commercial sex
  • demand for commercial sex and male sex buying behavior
  • organizations promoting, distributing, and/or profiting from sexual exploitation (pornography, stripping, prostitution, sexual assault, risky sexy behavior)
  • sex trafficking of men, women and children
• Assisting NCOSE at conferences, meetings, events or committees as directed.
• Assisting as needed with office management including answering of telephones, responding to email or other written requests, drafting correspondence, and filing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passionate about opposing sexual exploitation, as well as a passion for NCOSE’s mission, vision and values
• Strong organization skills are essential
• Proactive
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Independent worker- must be able to complete tasks without constant management from staff
• Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office applications; mail merge, formatting letters data management in Excel, etc.
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Knowledge of the web and digital marketing techniques
• Video editing experience
• Has and can bring a working laptop and charger

*NCOSE reserves the right to revise the job or to require that different or additional tasks be performed based on the organization’s need or when circumstances change.

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

SCHEDULE:

This position requires 24-40 hours per week. Candidates must be mostly available during NCOSE’s office hours of Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm EST in order to coordinate with the team.

LOCATION:

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

TO APPLY:

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

· 3 Samples of your work or portfolio

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About the National Center on Sexual Exploitation

Please visit our About Page to learn more.

You can find impact reports from previous years here.