Employment Opportunities at National Headquarters
Positions listed here are open at The Salvation Army's National Headquarters in Alexandria, VA only. You can also view other opportunities across the country.
Web Communications (NCRD Intern)
The Web Communications Intern supports website migrations from legacy cPanel hosting to Google Cloud, front-end modernization, and technical documentation. Working with the National Web Manager, the role updates HTML, CSS, JavaScript, responsive layouts, CMS components, and select national and program websites.
Learn More / Apply NowStrategic Communications (NCRD Intern)
The Strategic Communications Intern supports executive and strategic communications for The Salvation Army National Headquarters. The role develops internal and external content, strengthens brand awareness, supports national campaigns and emergency response communications, and helps maintain the Red Shield Toolkit.
Learn More / Apply NowResearch-(NCRD Intern)
The NCRD Research Intern supports the NCRD Secretary by conducting research on identified individuals and organizations using a variety of tools and methods. The role also supports the Operations and Project Management Department by analyzing research related to advisory organizations.
Learn More / Apply NowGraphic Design and Typography (NCRD Intern)
The Graphic Design and Typography Intern supports brand and marketing projects with a focus on type, layout, and clarity of communication. The role develops polished, text-heavy presentations, digital assets, and other materials while maintaining strong visual hierarchy and accurate written content.
Learn More / Apply NowGrants Management (NCRD Intern)
The Grants Management Intern supports the Advancement team with grant management and the pursuit of new funding. The role assists with expense reviews, deliverable tracking, foundation research, relationship mapping, proposal development, administration, and reporting.
Learn More / Apply NowEmergency Disaster Services (NCRD Intern)
The Emergency Disaster Services Intern assists with coordinating and delivering disaster services to individuals and communities. The role supports planning, collaboration with government and nongovernment partners, and coordination of services with the four U.S. territories.
Learn More / Apply NowDigital Communications (NCRD Intern)
The Digital Communications Intern helps develop and implement digital and social media communications for The Salvation Army National Headquarters. The role creates and distributes content across print, web, photo, video, and social channels; supports national campaigns and emergency response communications; and helps maintain the Red Shield Toolkit.
Learn More / Apply NowCorporate Communications (NCRD Intern)
The Corporate Communications Intern supports communications initiatives for The Salvation Army National Headquarters’ corporate partners. The role creates and coordinates partner stories, digital and social content, web features, presentations, and other materials that demonstrate partnership impact and strengthen relationships.
Learn More / Apply NowAdvisory Organization Development (NCRD Intern)
The Advisory Organization Development Intern supports the planning, coordination, and tracking of Advisory Organization projects, with primary emphasis on the AO Manual Review and Refresh. The role manages timelines and assignments in Asana, coordinates review materials, and compiles stakeholder contributions into finalized documents.
Learn More / Apply NowAdvancement Generalist (NCRD Intern)
The Advancement Generalist Intern supports fundraising administration for NCRD’s Advancement department. The role assists with day-to-day administration, financial tracking, reporting, relationship building, donor communications, and advancement data.
Learn More / Apply NowWater and Sanitation for Health in Healthcare Facilities (SAWSO Intern)
The Water and Sanitation for Health in Healthcare Facilities Intern supports SAWSO’s efforts to assess and improve WASH conditions in Salvation Army healthcare facilities. The role maintains and analyzes the WASH-FIT database, helps prioritize facility improvements and costs, and researches the effects of changing U.S. government health funding on Salvation Army-supported countries.
Learn More / Apply NowInternational Disaster Preparedness (SAWSO Intern)
The International Disaster Preparedness Intern supports SAWSO’s preparedness work through research on anticipatory action, disaster risk reduction, community-based response, and emergency relief prepositioning. The role reviews project and training materials, develops practical learning products and field tools, and coordinates with technical advisors and international emergency services colleagues.
Learn More / Apply NowEducational Technology for International Development (SAWSO Intern)
The Educational Technology for International Development Intern supports school data collection and after-school reading initiatives in low-resource settings. The role researches and recommends KoboToolbox mobile app designs for Salvation Army schools in Haiti, Uganda, and Indonesia, and helps customize the Bloom online library for programs in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Guatemala, and Uganda.
Learn More / Apply NowZoho Creator and Business Systems (SAWSO Intern)
The Zoho Creator and Business Systems Intern supports SAWSO’s operational effectiveness by improving Zoho Creator applications used across multiple functions. Working with operations leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, the intern analyzes forms, reports, workflows, and processes; builds and tests enhancements; strengthens data quality and access controls; and pilots dashboards that turn operational data into actionable insights.
Learn More / Apply NowDisability Inclusion for International Development (SAWSO Intern)
The Disability Inclusion for International Development Intern supports a cross-sector effort to strengthen disability-inclusive programming throughout SAWSO’s global portfolio. The role analyzes existing programs, researches global and local disability resources, develops practical guidance and tools, and recommends inclusive approaches for project design, implementation, monitoring, and organizational learning.
Learn More / Apply NowDirector of Fund Development
Provides senior-level fundraising leadership within the National Community Relations and Development Department with a primary focus (approximately 80%) on the Salvation Army World Service Office (SAWSO). This role advances SAWSO’s domestic fundraising strategy through donor engagement, campaign development, data integrity, reporting, and cross-departmental coordination in support of global humanitarian priorities. The remaining focus (approximately 20%) supports other domestic fundraising initiatives and national projects aligned with NCRD priorities.
Learn More / Apply NowCorporate and Foundation Relations Coordinator
The Corporate and Foundation Relations Coordinator supports the development, coordination, and stewardship of national corporate and foundation relationships for The Salvation Army. Reporting to the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relationships, this position provides operational, administrative, and project coordination support for national partnership and foundation initiatives while assisting with donor communications, stewardship activities, and relationship management.
Learn More / Apply NowAdministrative Specialist, Donor Care
The Administrative Specialist, Donor Care, serves as a full-time donor care professional and administrative support for two key fundraising initiatives – Compass and SAWSO. This position is responsible for accurate and timely donation receipting, donor data entry, and responding to inquiries related to gifts, receipts, and donor records. This role plays a critical part in ensuring a positive donor experience through consistent, detail-oriented donor care and administrative support for fundraising operations.
Learn More / Apply NowRed Kettle Partners Director
The Red Kettle Partnerships Director develops and leads a comprehensive national strategy to expand and strengthen partnerships supporting The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign and related Christmas fundraising initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, this role collaborates with National Headquarters leadership, territorial staff, and corporate partners to maximize fundraising revenue, operational effectiveness, and national visibility.
Learn More / Apply NowSenior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations
The Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations provides strategic leadership for The Salvation Army’s national corporate and foundation fundraising efforts, with a focus on expanding sustainable revenue, strengthening strategic partnerships, and scaling opportunities for nationwide impact. This role leads the development and execution of national corporate and foundation engagement strategies in collaboration with the Assistant National Community Relations and Development Secretary and in close partnership with territorial and divisional leadership across the country.
Learn More / Apply NowMultimedia & Digital Communications Developer
The Multimedia & Digital Communications Developer (MDCD) is primarily responsible for capturing and developing high-standard multimedia content pieces, requiring a high degree of technical expertise and creativity. The position directs on-set productions, including management and instruction of on-set assistants and serving as director of photography, and cuts and edits collected video footage until it meets NCRD Leadership’s approval. This position is also responsible for managing all production equipment owned and leased by The Salvation Army, and works to strengthen and enhance the image and awareness of The Salvation Army by identifying compelling stories and supporting the communications team during emergency response situations.
Learn More / Apply NowAdministrative Specialist - Strategic Initiatives
The Administrative Specialist provides comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the Strategic Initiatives Department at The Salvation Army National Headquarters (NHQ) in Alexandria, Virginia. This position supports department leadership and staff through effective coordination, communication, and organization, while handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.