Changemaker Legal - Business Intern - Summer 2025

Organization: Changemaker Legal

Website: www.changemakerlegal.org

Location: Washington, DC (mostly remote)

Hours: 15-30 hours per week

About Us:

Changemaker Legal is a firm providing free and low-cost direct legal guidance and advisory support to grassroots nonprofits and social enterprises. Our mission is to put ongoing legal counsel and management guidance within reach of changemakers who combat inequity and transform society.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work closely with startups, providing invaluable support as they navigate their formation journeys. You will be conducting research, producing business planning tools, and engaging directly with our clients to help them realize their goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and share best practices for startup enterprises.

• Assist clients with developing business plans and testing business models.

• Develop and produce project and task management tools and operational/administrative processes that assist clients in their strategic growth.

• Meet with each client at least once a month to discuss their progress and provide guidance.

• Collaborate with an expert founder and tech innovator with experience in major tech companies.

• Assist in identifying resources and support networks for clients.

Qualifications:

• Enrollment in or completion of a university business program with a focus on management, business analytics, innovation and entrepreneurship, or sustainability preferred.

• Experience related to startup strategy, product and service development, market research, business planning, budgeting, and financial projections for startups would be a plus.

• Strong research and analytical skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Adaptable, receptive to instruction and feedback, and empathetic.

• Ability to articulate intrinsic motivations, experiences applying strong interpersonal skills, and capacity for self-guided learning.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

• Passion for social impact and supporting emerging leaders.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience working with innovative nonprofits and social enterprises and helping them transform their ideas into reality.

• Mentorship from a seasoned expert in the tech and business sectors.

• Development of practical skills in research, business planning, and consulting.

• Exposure to the nonprofit and startup sectors and entrepreneurial operations.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in this internship and your relevant skills or experiences to info@changemakerlegal.org. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until April 15, 2025. Priority will be given to those applicants who apply before March 15, 2025.

Changemaker Legal is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Join us at Changemaker Legal and be a part of making a positive impact in the world! We look forward to your application.