Legal and Development Intern

SOSA Internship: Legal & Development Intern

Location: New Haven, CT

Unpaid Internship

About Us: SOSA (Safe from Online Sex Abuse) is a nonprofit that combats online child sex abuse and trafficking through undercover operations with law enforcement, advocacy, and education. 

We partner directly with ICAC (internet crimes against children) detectives and prosecutors to maintain our efficacy and conviction rate.

Our work also includes raising awareness about abuse tactics, training law enforcement, advising on safer legislation, and supporting survivors by connecting them with essential resources.

About This Position: The Legal & Development Intern will support our team by assisting with case materials, conducting court docket and Department of Corrections website searches, and organizing evidence from SOSA’s undercover sting operations. The intern will also assist with development initiatives, including donor relations, communications, and fundraising as needed. This role is ideal for someone who is pursuing a career in law, psychology, criminal justice, or a related field and is eager to learn and contribute to our mission.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and organization of case materials.
• Conduct searches on court dockets to gather relevant information for ongoing cases.
• Perform searches on the Department of Corrections website to obtain necessary data.
• Organize and manage evidence to ensure it is easily accessible and properly documented.
• Collaborate with legal team members to ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.
• Conduct donor communications via email and mail
• Provide general administrative and logistical support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in law, criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent research and analytical abilities.
• Proficient in using online databases and legal research tools.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for social justice and the mission of our organization.
• Please note that due to the nature of SOSA's work, a background check and NDA are required.

Hours:

• 10-15 hours per week, or as required by the internship program.
• Flexible schedule.
• This position is in-office only.

Compensation: There is a small stipend. We are also happy to sign off on college credits.

To Apply:  Please send me your resume to jen@sosatogether.org 

Please also share your availability in terms of starting and for hours each week. If there is an internship requirement that this would be fulfilling, please share any information about the requirements.