Safeguarding Intern (Legal) at Save the Children US in Fairfield, CT

Summary: Save the Children is a leading organization dedicated to improving the lives of children worldwide. As a Safeguarding Intern, you will assist in developing resources and training to protect vulnerable children and ensure their well-being is a priority across organizational practices. Responsibilities: - Support the development, review, and formatting of safeguarding resources and materials - Assist in organizing and maintaining safeguarding resources within SharePoint for team access - Conduct research on state-level safeguarding policies, guidelines, and legal requirements - Compile and maintain training materials and CoP resources - Provide logistical and coordination support for trainings and CoP events - Assist with facilitation and documentation of learning sessions - Develop and maintain tracking systems to monitor tool adoption, completion, and follow-up actions - Collect and synthesize feedback from teams on safeguarding tools and processes - Analyze safeguarding reporting and response data to support continuous improvement in prevention efforts Required Qualifications: - Must be actively enrolled in an Associates, Bachelors, or Master's degree program, or have graduated within 6 months of the start date - Interest in safeguarding, child protection, or education work - Coursework or experience in a related field such as social work, public health, education, or international development - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail - Ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organized, and meet deadlines - Strong collaboration skills and a willingness to work with diverse teams - Good judgment and the ability to handle sensitive or confidential information responsibly - Professional proficiency in MS Office suite - Professional proficiency in spoken and written English Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with SharePoint or similar platforms - Experience working with children, low-income communities, or communities impacted by disaster Required Skills: Safeguarding, Child Protection, Social Work, Public Health, International Development, MS Office, SharePoint Benefits: Hands-on experience working on high-impact global initiatives, Structured skill development and engagement program (SME trainings, social mixers and LinkedIn Learning courses), Access to mentorship from experienced leaders in humanitarian and nonprofit sectors, Opportunities to present your work and insights to leadership, Build authentic relationships with a diverse, mission-driven cohort of colleagues and fellow interns, Join a community that values inclusion, belonging and collective success, Hybrid and flexible working models that support autonomy and innovation, Agile team structures that allow you to contribute ideas and implemented them, Trust-based culture focused on outcomes, not just hours