Executive Department Summer Internship
Join us for an exceptional 11 week paid internship that offers the opportunity to drive meaningful change and to tackle the most pressing injustices in our day. Vera’s summer internship will give you the opportunity to work with passionate, diverse, dynamic, and innovative individuals to work on complex projects. You will have the opportunity to apply some of the skills you’ve acquired in school as well as learn from our amazing staff. In addition to having the opportunity for personal and professional development, you’ll:
- Network with and learn from Vera’s Leadership Team;
- Attend brown bags to enhance your understanding of criminal justice reform;
- Develop your professional and personal network;
- Gain valuable work experience via real-world problem solving;
- Learn the inner workings of a non-profit leader in criminal justice reform;
- Cultivate your passion for equal justice for all!
Vera offers summer internships to high school, undergraduate and graduate students in all disciplines of study. Some preference is given to applicants with demonstrated experience and/or interest in the field of social and/or criminal justice. However, qualifications and responsibilities vary by department. All are encouraged to apply.
About Vera
The Vera Institute of Justice, founded in 1961, is an independent, non-partisan, nonprofit organization that combines expertise in research, technical assistance, and demonstration projects to assist leaders in government and civil society, examine justice policy and practice, and improve the systems people rely on for justice and safety. At a time of unprecedented challenge, we’re fighting for justice reform built on bedrock American values and grounded in action at the state and local level.
About the Position
The primary responsibilities of the intern will be to provide research, writing, outreach, and other forms of support for several projects at the intersection of program and fund development. Project details will be discussed during the interview process and updated upon starting, but are likely to include:
- Staffing Vera’s Graduate Students of Color for Justice Reform;
- Organizing Vera’s Summer Justice Forum for Graduate Students of Color;
- Assisting Vera’s partnership projects and outreach with sports leagues and the business community;
- Research and writing on innovation in nonprofits; scaling up projects; and voting in prison.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a graduate or professional school program;
- A demonstrated commitment to the values at the heart of criminal justice reform;
- The ability to work with others effectively and efficiently;
- Strong writing and communications skills; and
- Demonstrated experience in fundraising, communications, writing, administration, or non-profit management
The Nitty Gritty
- Internships start on June 8th and end on August 14th, with some flexibility to accommodate school schedules
- Interns are paid $16 per hour
- Internships are centered onsite from one of our offices (NYC, DC, LA, or New Orleans). This particular internship is based out of our NYC office.
- Internships are filled on a rolling basis. It is suggested that you apply as soon as possible.
How to apply
Please submit cover letter and resume,. PDF format preferred.
No phone calls, please. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Online applications are preferred.
However, if necessary, materials may be mailed or faxed to
ATTN: Executive Department / Executive Department Summer 2020 Internship Recruitment
Vera Institute of Justice
34 35th Street, 2nd Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11232
Fax: (212) 941-9407
Please use only one method (online, mail or fax) of submission.
Vera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status.
Vera works to advance justice, particularly racial justice, in an increasingly multicultural country and globally connected world. We value diverse experiences, including with regard to educational background and justice system contact, and depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission.
For more information about Vera and its work, please visit www.vera.org