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ADL Fall 2026 Internship Description

ADL’s San Diego Regional Operations team is looking for a dynamic intern to join us from September 14 to December 18, 2026. The ideal candidate will have experience with administrative support, social media, and operational tasks. The Regional Program and Operations Intern will work directly with Regional Staff on projects relating to community outreach, events and programming, and other duties as assigned. 

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

Primary:

• Conduct outreach to community members and organizations on an ADL issue of concern and program on antisemitism.
• Provide administrative support for special education, fundraising and community.
• Events, programs and board and volunteer meetings.
• Assist Regional Staff in implementing marketing initiatives, including regular updates of social media and websites.
• Support Regional Team with operational tasks, including communication and other duties.

Requirements

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

Skills:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to ADL’s mission.
• Discretion when dealing with sensitive issues.
• Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Compensation and Hours

• This internship is paid at local minimum wage or 15/hr (whichever is higher).
• The internship is 15 hours per week. 
• This internship will be hybrid, with on-site presence required in the ADL San Diego office.

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 the opportunity to present your work at internal forums within ADL.
• You will have practical, hands-on experience with community outreach, events and programming.
• 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 attalentacquisition@adl.org.

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.