The Southern Poverty Law Center offers internships to exceptional students enrolled in accredited undergraduate and graduate schools who possess strong academic backgrounds excellent writing skills and a commitment to public interest work. The Center is a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy strengthen intersectional movements and advance the human rights of all people. As an internationally recognized nonprofit organization the Center is dedicated to reducing bigotry and oppression through research and public education outreach litigation and advocacy.
Passionate. Demonstrated passion for advancing democracy human rights social justice and anti-racist principles. Excited to learn about racial and social justice issues in the South and across the nation.
Adaptable & Flexible.Ability to adapt to evolving situations and adjust course when needed. Able to participate in work events on some weekends and evenings.
Collaborative.Ability to work effectively with both internal staff and external public.
Organized. Self-starter who is detailed oriented with the ability to prioritize multitask and meet deadlines.
Articulate Writer.Ability to communicate information effectively and with precision.
Impactful. Ability to support development of civic and political education resources for communities and assist in project management.
Mission Vision & Culture Alignment. Demonstrate an awareness for SPLCs mission vision and values.
Contributeto the overall development of resource and learning content and programmatic work.
Collaborate and support in all aspects of project management and meetings.
Manageproject plans and progress updates for all assigned projects coordinating work across internal team.
Performother duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job.
Uphold our JEDIprinciples by seeking diverse collaborators and partners that can deliver genuine authentic and impactful work while ensuring their contributions are directed towards the shared mission vision and values of the Center and departments goals.
We are committed to equitable hiring practices therefore you must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the role.
The Center pays $17.95 per hour. Interns are expected to work 40 hours a week and there may be opportunity for supervisor approved overtime.
This role has the following work designation:
This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions.
Due to the high volume of applications received we are unable to respond to inquiries by telephone.
This position may cause some work to be performed on occasional evenings and weekends.
Interns are expected to begin on June 1st 2026 A minimum commitment of ten consecutive weeks is expected. We unfortunately are not able to split summers.
To apply please submit a cover letter resume and unofficial transcript by 6:00pm EST on Monday February 23 2026.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are notintended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of a person in this position.
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices we considerapplicants equally without regard to age caregiver status color disability ethnicity gender gender expression gender identity marital status national origin on the basis ofgenetic information political affiliation pregnancy or veteran status.
Required Experience:
Intern
The Southern Poverty Law Center is dedicated to creating a world where Black and Brown communities are represented and respected by our democracy.