Internship Remote Community Development Jobs in Washington

This internship opportunity is only available to graduate students currently enrolled at select APA Internal Internship Program academic partner institutions: Howard University, Montclair State University, or University of Virginia. Applications from students outside of these academic institutions will not be considered.

About the Office & Position:

EDI Executive Office

The EDI Program Support and Operations Intern will support the EDI Executive Office while gaining hands-on experience in the coordination and implementation of equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. The intern will assist with project tracking, meeting coordination, research, and development of materials that support key programs, including the EDI Framework and related efforts. This role is designed as a learning opportunity, providing exposure to how large-scale initiatives are managed across a national organization. The intern will build skills in organization, communication, and translating ideas into actionable work.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support coordination of EDI initiatives, including scheduling meetings, tracking follow-ups, and assisting with day-to-day operations
• Assist in planning and execution of projects, convenings, and events (e.g., summits, think tanks, stakeholder meetings)
• Conduct background research and synthesize findings to support program development and strategic discussions
• Prepare materials (briefs, summaries, presentations) for internal and external stakeholders
• Help organize project documents, timelines, and trackers across key initiatives (e.g., REAP, partnerships, special projects)
• Interns will generally be expected to work for a minimum of 10 hours (including approximately 1 hour of Internal Internship Programming) per week. Specific hour-to-academic credit ratios will be agreed upon between the intern’s university and the APA hiring team.

Expected Learning Objectives & Professional Advancement Opportunities:

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program (e.g., psychology, public health, public policy, social sciences, or related field)
• Demonstrated interest in equity, diversity, and inclusion, health equity, or social impact work
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively in a team environment"

Required Qualifications:

• Deepen understanding of how equity, diversity, and inclusion strategies are developed and operationalized within complex organizations
• Strengthen ability to think critically about the application of psychological science to real-world equity and social impact challenges
• Build capacity to translate ideas and insights into approaches that inform programs, partnerships, and initiatives
• Gain exposure to cross-sector collaboration and the role of stakeholder engagement in advancing organizational priorities
• Develop a broader perspective on how large-scale initiatives contribute to systems-level change
• We are currently only accepting applications only for interns who are (1) in graduate school [Master’s or PhD], (2) able to receive academic credit from their school for their internship; (3) able to commit to a full year [September 2026-May 2027]; and (4) living/working in an APA-approved state (Internships at APA).
• Enrollment at an APA Internal Internship Program academic partner institution (Howard University, Montclair State University, or University of Virginia) is required.

Job Location - Remote: APA internships may be considered for remote work eligibility as defined in APA’s Flexible Work Policy and are subject to approval. Remote work interns may not work from the following states or U.S. territories: Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, U.S. Virgin Islands, Washington, Wyoming. 

To apply for our internship program, click on the “Apply Now” button. APA requests a cover letter and resume as attachments with all applications. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we request that students combine all application materials into one document (i.e. PDF) before submitting their application. Please note that we are not able to acknowledge each applicant; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you have any questions, please email internship@apa.org. 

The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law.