Intern at Catholic Mobilizing Network!

CMN’s semester-long internship programs provide college students with hands-on work experience and insight into the inner workings of a faith-based non-profit.

We’re looking for passionate interns to join us in working to end the death penalty, advance justice, and begin healing. Apply today!

What does a CMN intern do?

Intern duties generally fall into one of more of the following categories:

• Research and write on the death penalty and restorative justice
• Support digital advocacy, marketing, and fundraising efforts
• Help develop educational resources and events
• Assist with development of educational resources and events 
• Join staff meetings, trainings, and team planning.

Desired qualifications for prospective interns include:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and various social media platforms 
• Strong research skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with or openness to learning more about CMN’s issue areas and Catholic social teaching

Internships are unpaid, but CMN is willing to work with your university to offer credit.

Fall Semester Internships

September-December
8-10 hours per week
In person (Washington, DC)
Application deadline for Fall 2025: September 8

What internship opportunities are available?

CMN offers three internship programs each year. Check out the opportunities below to see which program works best for you.

The Congregation of St. Joseph Summer Internship

May-July
30 hours per week
In person (Washington, DC office)
Application deadline for Summer 2025: March 14
This application is now closed.

CMN’s Summer interns participate in the Congregation of St. Joseph’s Internship in Leadership Through Ministry Program.

Participants in this unique program gain hands-on work experience with CMN in addition to spiritual and leadership formation with the Congregation of St. Joseph. This includes one week of virtual orientation and weekly virtual training led by sisters of the Congregation of St. Joseph.

Congregation of St. Joseph Summer interns will be introduced to a worldview and vision of unity — the spirituality of community building. This program provides opportunities to build leadership skills in community building, transforming a job to a ministry, listening, communication, celebrating differences/negotiating differences, cultivating a culture of compassion, empathy, forgiveness, and mutuality.

Students between the ages 19-24 enrolled in a college or university at the undergraduate or graduate level are welcome to apply.

Spring Semester Internship

January-May
8-10 hours per week
Virtual or in person (Washington, DC office)
Application deadline for Spring 2026: December 15

This is an unpaid internship, but CMN can work with your college or university to offer credit.

Students enrolled in a college or university at the undergraduate or graduate level are welcome to apply.

How do I apply?

To apply for an internship at CMN, please fill out the form below. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. You’ll need to upload your resume and a cover letter.

Please note, you’ll be asked to identify your preferred semester and working location.

For questions, contact stephan@catholicsmobilizing.org.