Fall New England Intern

ADL Fall 2026 Internship

ADL's New England team is looking for a dynamic intern to join us from September 14 to December 18, 2026. The ideal candidate will have experience with Jewish professionalism, local advocacy experience, and strong organizational skills. Our New England Field Operations internship provides the opportunity for students or recently graduated individuals to gain practical experience with local advocacy, community outreach and combating hate and extremism.

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

Primary:

• Assist with preparation and logistics for board meetings, programs, and external events
• Support anti-bias initiatives through research, data entry, and project support for the Field Operations team
• Attend internal staff meetings and take detailed notes to support team follow-up
• Uphold ADL's mission and values in all work, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism

Requirements:

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

Skills/Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills
• Collaborative team-player
• Creative and innovative; takes initiative
• Results-oriented – a problem solver (versus a problem identifier)
• Excels in dynamic environments that require adaptability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Energized by ADL's mission and work

Compensation and Hours:

• This internship is paid $15 an hour or local minimum wage (whichever is higher).
• The internship is 15 hours per week.
• This internship will be hybrid, with on-site presence required in Boston.

What will you do during this internship?

• You will learn about real-life decision-making challenges and help us develop real-time solutions.
• You will have practical, hands-on experience with our Field Operations team in supporting our local constituents, Board members, synagogues, and anyone who is facing antisemitism, hate, or bias in the region.
• 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.

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.