2026 National Urban League Summer Internship Program

Are you eager to gain real-world experience and make a meaningful impact in your community?

Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at a national conference?

If so, the National Urban League Summer Internship Program could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The National Urban League Summer Internship Program offers undergraduate students meaningful exposure to the field of non-profit management and the opportunity to engage with a leading civil rights organization. Interns will be based at the National Urban League’s headquarters in New York City or Washington, D.C.

This program is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in the non-profit sector or in gaining a deeper understanding of the dynamic relationship between non-profits, corporations, and governments and how these entities work together to advance social change.

The internship operates in a hybrid format, with interns working three days in the office and two days remotely each week. This opportunity is open exclusively to undergraduate students.

Program Details

• Paid Internship
• Duration 9 weeks (June 9 - August 6)
• Location Hybrid (New York City or Washington, D.C.)
• Paid travel & hotel to National Urban League’s conference is Nashville TN
  
  
  

Please Note The National Urban League does not provide housing assistance for this program.

Who Should Apply?

We are seeking driven, motivated undergraduate students from diverse academic backgrounds who

• Have a strong academic record (minimum 2.8 GPA)
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Are enthusiastic, eager to learn, and interested in the mission of the National Urban League
• Are actively engaged in extracurricular activities and community service
  
  
  

Why Participate?

Interns at the National Urban League gain firsthand experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Program highlights include

• Develop Key Skills Gain practical experience in leadership, communication, project management, and nonprofit operations, all highly sought-after skills for future careers in any industry.
• Hands-On Conference Experience Get a firsthand look at what goes into organizing a major national conference and take on key assignments that will have a real impact.
• Unique Access Participate in The President's Project, which gives you the opportunity to collaborate with your intern class on a topic given to you by our President & CEO, Marc Morial, that will be presented to executive leadership.
• Exclusive Networking Build lasting connections with industry professionals and key leaders within the National Urban League.
  
  
  

Application Requirements

• Resume
• Official academic transcript (minimum 2.8 GPA)
• One academic letter of recommendation
• One-page essay explaining your interest in the program.
  
  
  

To Apply

Click the link to apply online & upload all your required documents. https//bit.ly/2026NULSummerInternshipProgram

Deadline February 16, 2026

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