Intern, Program Management - Civil Rights Memorial Center (Summer 2027)

The role

The intern will assist with the development and implementation of community programs, events, and outreach for the CRMC. Duties include building stakeholder partnerships, performing administrative tasks, and assisting with gift shop operations.

What you will do

• Assist with development and implementation of community programs, events, and outreach
• Build effective and strong partnerships with stakeholders
• Connect the CRMC with local organizations, programs, events, and creative opportunities
• Maintain knowledge of the civil rights movement and other social justice topics
• Perform various administrative tasks including responding to emails and answering phone calls
• Provide customer service and visitor engagement
• Assist with gift shop sales, daily opening and closing, and inventory
• Uphold JEDI principles by seeking diverse collaborators and partners

Required qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program
• Strong academic background
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Demonstrated passion for advancing civil rights and social justice issues
• Strong interest in federal, state, and local government advocacy
• Ability to productively work with others as well as independently
• Ability to work effectively and productively with the general public
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines
• Able to participate in work events on some weekends and evenings

Benefits

• Opportunity for supervisor approved overtime

Before you apply

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by their anticipated start date
• A minimum commitment of ten consecutive weeks is expected
• Submit a cover letter, transcript, and resume by 5:00pm CST on Friday, December 11, 2026

About the company

The Southern Poverty Law Center is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing bigotry and oppression through research, public education, outreach, litigation, and advocacy. The Center works in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy and advance human rights.