ABOUT US 

AsylumWorks (soon to be Arrived) is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit that partners with immigrants, their families, and the broader community to create pathways to safety, stability, and opportunity. Founded in 2016, we have provided direct services to more than 4,000 individuals from over 50 countries. In summer 2026, AsylumWorks will officially change its name to Arrived — a change that reflects the organization’s growth over the past decade, from serving primarily asylum seekers to supporting immigrants at every stage of the immigration process. Our work spans across three core programs: 1) Health & Wellness services to connect newcomers to the physical and emotional care they need; 2) Economic Mobility services to help job seekers find and maintain living-wage employment that aligns with their skills and goals; and 3) Legal Navigation services to help immigrants understand their rights and access the legal protection they need.

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION 

AsylumWorks is seeking a volunteer (unpaid) intern to assist the Operations team during the Fall 2026 semester. This opportunity is ideal for a driven undergraduate or graduate student seeking experience in nonprofit administration, program management, partner relations, and development. The Operations Coordinator will supervise this position. This position requires regular in-office presence at our Dupont Circle location. The intern will provide hands-on operational support across internal systems, volunteer coordination, organization-wide events, and day-to-day functions that help ensure the organization runs smoothly and effectively.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the AsylumWorks Community Co-op, including liaising with community partners and sorting, logging, and tracking incoming community donations
• Provide administrative support for volunteer recruitment and orientation, including communications, scheduling, and updating training materials
• Strategize on key volunteer pathways and engagement opportunities in coordination with the Operations Coordinator
• Assist client-facing teams with preparing for community events, workshops, and client programming by helping gather materials, setting up spaces, and coordinating logistics with staff. The intern is welcome to attend these client events.
• Collaborate with the Operations Coordinator on improving internal processes and developing tools that strengthen organizational efficiency 
• Support daily operations, including organizing office inventory
• Complete special projects as assigned

AsylumWorks recognizes that pursuing a degree is a pivotal time for students to learn about their professional goals and develop the skills needed to enter the professional sphere. The intern may also propose an individual project related to AsylumWorks’ mission and Operations Program to execute, aligned with their academic and professional interests. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Current undergraduate or graduate student with relevant experience or a focus of study in non-profit management, social science, education, communications, business, or a related field;
• Demonstrated commitment to AsylumWorks’ mission, vision, and values;
• Willingness to provide hands-on administrative support; 
• Strong organization and time management skills;
• High level of initiative, resourcefulness, and thoroughness;
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team;
• A demonstrated awareness of cultural humility; and
• An inherent desire to improve, create, and problem-solve.

SCHEDULE 

This is a hybrid internship. In-office presence two days per week is required at our office in Dupont Circle. We are seeking a candidate who can volunteer as an intern for approximately 20 hours per week from August 24th, 2026, to December 18th, 2026. 

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must send a resume and a cover letter to careers@asylumworks.org with the subject line: Operations Internship Fall 2026. In your cover letter, please include your weekly scheduling availability for Monday through Friday for the duration of the internship. Please combine the resume and cover letter into one PDF. Complete applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.