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Southern Poverty Law Center · 17 hours ago

Intern, IT Project Management (Summer 2026)

Washington, DC

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$17.95/hr - $17.95/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

The Southern Poverty Law Center is seeking enthusiastic IT interns for project management roles. Interns will learn about IT project management, collaborate with teams, and assist in managing IT projects under the guidance of the Senior Project Manager.

AssociationNon Profit

Responsibilities

Learn the aspects of IT project management and the unique challenges and opportunities within the different IT sectors, as well as take on daily operation of the designated management tool

Collaborate with SPLC teams to identify risks and dependencies

Participate in projects from inception to delivery and assist the tech teams with removing impediments

Assist in coordinating and managing IT projects under the guidance of the Senior Project Manager

Develop an understanding of the plans needed for IT execution

Participate in developing success metrics to gauge team performance and capacity

Work closely with Senior Project Manager to comprehend Agile methodologies and participate in sprint planning and reviews

Develop a foundational understand of Agile Principles and SAFe practices

Participate in IT planning and all Scrum ceremonies

Learn the aspects of the Agile framework and take an active role in leading team ceremonies

Engage in ongoing professional development by attending relevant workshops, webinars, and training sessions

Uphold our JEDI principles by helping to ensure we uplift the voices of underserved communities

Qualification

IT Project ManagementAgile methodologiesCommunication skillsCritical thinkingAttention to detailOrganizational skills

Required

Currently enrolled as a Junior or higher standing in college or university pursuing a degree in a related field (Business Administration, IT, Project Management)

Strong academic background

Strong organizational, communication and critical thinking skills