National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC) Fellowship
A Program of the Training, Technical Assistance and Strategic Planning (TTASP) Department

Location: Washington, DC
Language(s) Preferred:  Proficiency in Foreign Language(s), particularly Spanish
Type: Full Time (Preferred)

Position Description:

The National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC) is a program of the Training, Technical Assistance and Strategic Planning (TTASP) department.  TTASP works to improve the systemic response to protect victims of human trafficking in the United States and to strengthen the anti-trafficking field.  The NHTRC is designed to serve the mission of TTASP by helping to meet the urgent need for accessible and comprehensive information. Through the generation and dissemination of comprehensive resource materials and the provision of referrals, the NHTRC functions to improve regional and national levels of coordination. Such services offer concise, organized information on a variety of topics useful to the anti-trafficking movement.   

To help strengthen the capacity of the field, NHTRC fellows will work alongside NHTRC staff to assist in the operation of the national hotline and to design and create the NHTRC website. Polaris Project’s national hotline acts as a resource for potential trafficking victims, service providers, community members, law enforcement agents, medical or legal professionals, researchers, students, and policy-makers.

In addition, NHTRC fellows have the opportunity to engage in the breadth of Polaris Project’s work on public policy, victim assistance, client outreach, and grassroots advocacy through the development and distribution of various training materials.  As part of this project, NHTRC fellows will conduct research on various issues related to human trafficking at the local, state, and national levels.

Broadly, fellows will gain first-hand experience in understanding and participating in the anti-trafficking field in the United States.

Requirements:

• Commitment to human rights/social justice and gender issues
• Knowledge of and commitment to the anti-trafficking movement
• Foreign Language skills are preferred but not required
• Interested in working with a dynamic team
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong creative and descriptive writing ability
• Strong research skills
• Detail oriented

How to Apply:

All application materials should be sent electronically as attachments to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Please specify your top three preferred fellowship positions in your email and cover letter.

Materials should include a custom cover letter, resume, and three references complete with contact information. You may also include any additional personal statements.  Please see the fellowship FAQ page for more information and check the timetable of important dates.  Early applications are advised.