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Human Rights First believes that building respect for human rights and the rule of law will help ensure the dignity to which every individual is entitled and will stem tyranny, extremism, intolerance, and violence.
Human Rights First protects people at risk: refugees who flee persecution, victims of crimes against humanity or other mass human rights violations, victims of discrimination, those whose rights are eroded in the name of national security, and human rights advocates who are targeted for defending the rights of others. Human Rights First works to prevent violations against these groups and to seek justice and accountability for violations against them.
About the Internship Program
Human Rights First welcomes a limited number of interns throughout the year. Positions are often available in our five program areas as well as other departments. During the academic year, interns typically commit to 10 – 12 hours a week. During the summer most interns work full-time. Often, when computers and workstations are fully committed, interns will work from their own laptops or off-site at libraries etc.
Internships are open to undergraduate, graduate and law school students and recent graduates. Interns engage in a variety of substantive ongoing projects. The precise nature of the work varies by program; examples of work include:
Research, analysis and drafting of memoranda on substantive and procedural issues, legal issues and legislative matters;
Documenting and reporting on human rights conditions;
Supporting program staff on broader advocacy initiatives, including research, preparation of advocacy materials and assisting with outreach to designated constituencies;
Bluebooking, proof-reading and cite-checking legal filings, memoranda, briefing materials and publications.
Human Rights First is unable to offer general funding for internships. Many interns are able to find funding through their schools. Summer internship applicants are welcome to apply for two competitive sources of funding: the Frankel Fellowship or the Everett Public Service Internship Program. Applicants should note in their cover letters any interest in consideration for either of these opportunities.
Application Procedure:
To apply for an internship in our Washington, DC office, click here.
To apply for an internship in New York, send resume and cover letter stating your available start- and end- dates, interests and personal goals. Please be sure to list any human rights coursework or experience, languages, or other skills. Please specify area of interest (e.g. Crimes Against Humanity, Fighting Discrimination, Human Rights Defenders, Law and Security, Refugee Protection, Campaigns (End Torture Now or HOPE for Darfur) or Communications) in your subject line. Please also note in your cover letter if you are applying for the Frankel Fellowship or Everett internships (see above for more information).
Individual programs and departments may post specific internship descriptions detailing opportunities in their area. Please monitor this page for such listings.
General applications should be received by:
March 2 for summer internships**
July 16 for Fall internships
November 16 for Spring internships
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Selection may be made on a rolling basis; individual programs may establish deadlines other than those listed.
** Please note: Summer internship applications are not due until March 2nd, however we encourage you to apply early.
Internships
Interns at the Human Rights Documentation Exchange can expect to gain meaningful experience and insight into the issues of human rights and refugees. We will strive to create a respectful and positive learning experience for you. Internships require a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week (during office hours) for at least 8 consecutive weeks. Internships are available for the Fall, Spring, and Summer and are unpaid.
To be considered for an internship please provide a resume and cover letter explaining why you want to intern with the Human Rights Documentation Exchange, your background and experience, and any particular areas of interest such as women's rights, gay rights, international law, or refugee rights.
Attn: Internship Coordinator Coordinator
Human Rights Documentation Exchange
PO Box 2327
Austin, Texas 78768
Telephone: 512/476-9841
Fax: 512/476-0130
mail@hrde.org
HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION PACKET
Submit your application packet by post or by email attachment. Never send applications by fax.
By Email:
Email your application as an attachment to: gpf3@globalpolicy.org. Please include a brief note in the email body so that we know that it is safe to open the attachment.
By Post
Address your application to:
Internship Coordinator
Global Policy Forum
777 UN Plaza, Suite 3D
New York, NY 10017
USA
Remember!
Applications must be complete. Please include all the 6 (7 for summer team applicants) items.
Begin each item on a separate sheet of paper.
Write your name on the top of the page at the beginning of each item.
Follow-Up
Once we receive your application, we will send you a confirmation email. If you do not hear from us within one week of applying, please feel free to follow-up at gpf3@globalpolicy.org.
INTERNSHIP DATES
Summer Team: May-August
(firm application deadline February 1st)
Fall Team: August - December
(advise applications by May 1st)
Spring Team: January - May
(advise applications by October 1st)
Note on Internship Dates
Summer internships require a minimum commitment of twelve weeks. Fall and Spring Teams usually involve a commitment of 4-6 months. Generally, we prefer long-term internships and welcome applicants who offer longer time periods such as two-team or full-year commitments. But quality ranks above quantity at GPF.
Note on Time Commitment
We generally prefer full-time candidates. But occasionally GPF offers part-time internships. We expect part-timers to work at least 3 days per week and to devote a full week to training at the start of the internship.
Application Requirements:
(1) a letter describing why you are interested in interning with GPF and what special skills or experience you have that would fit with GPF's programs
(2) a page describing the proposed starting and ending dates of your internship, the number of hours per week you would be available, the exact days and hours you would be available (if other than standard 9-5:30 work week), and whether your internship will be contingent on your obtaining funds such as competitive scholarships
(3) a resume showing academic accomplishments, work experience, language studies, volunteer experience etc. Please include email address.
(4) the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of two references (one academic and one work-related preferred). Please include the title and organization of the referees and a few words indicating the context of your work with them.
(5) a piece of writing, for example a course paper, an article written for a school news paper, or some other essay showing your writing skills and personal thinking on a topic relevant to GPF’s work. (for example something related to the UN, international peace, international development etc.). (maximum 5 pages/2000 words)
(6) a list of the countries you have visited, with a star next to each country where you have stayed for two months or more. (Be sure to describe in your application all major international experiences, such as study or work.)
Summer applicants only:
(7) information about when you would be available for an interview in New York during February/March. (For outstanding candidates making the final selection round and absolutely unable to make the interview in New York, we may arrange an interview by telephone. If you are living at a great distance from New York, please add information on how you can be reached by phone for an interview during this same period. We strongly prefer to meet candidates in person, however, so if you are in New York at another time, please also indicate this on your application.)
The Fund for Peace
Internship Program
The Fund for Peace offers an internship program that combines practical experience in the International Relations field with excellent work experience and exposure to international and NGO communities.
During fall and spring term, interns at The Fund are asked to work 15-20 hours per week; summer interns work 30-35 hours per week. Duties include the usual clerical tasks of maintaining lists, updating files, editing copy for publication. There is also a good bit of web-based research on issues, individuals and organizations that affect our work. We try to insure that each intern has a project that is stimulating and personally fulfilling, as well as useful to the work of The Fund.
Normal duty hours are 9.30AM to 5PM, although we can be flexible about scheduling. Dress is business casual.
Intern Qualifications
Undergraduate or graduate student in political science, international relations, or other fields related to The Fund's mission (graduate student preferred);
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
Solid organizational abilities;
Individual initiative, flexibility;
Strong research and computer skills;
Provide general staff support as needed;
Available for 15-20 hours a week;
A great sense of humor!
We are looking for interns to work with our all projects, programs and departments. Various new initiatives are also under consideration.
Contact Isaac Borocz at 202-223-7940, ext. 211 or at iborocz@fundforpeace.org for further information.
Applicants should send a resume, cover letter, two references, short writing sample, and unofficial academic transcript to:
Isaac Borocz
The Fund for Peace
1701 K St., NW, Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20006
fax: (202) 223-7947
e-mail:iborocz@fundforpeace.org
Idealist
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Food Action and Research Center
FRAC offers a variety of internship possibilities throughout the year. The number of internships available at any given time fluctuates. FRAC interns work as volunteers or with the support of third party funding sources, such as work study programs. We will be happy to assist you in getting academic credit for your internship.
Interns work directly with policy and development staff and are assigned to specific projects. Our staff considers mentoring an important part of any internship program.
Intern tasks have included working with FRAC's state and local grassroots network, engaging in research and information analysis, working with Congressional policymakers, attending Congressional hearings, assisting in the production and release of FRAC's special reports, and assisting with the organization's fundraising and development activities.
Students with a strong commitment to public interest and anti-poverty issues are encouraged to apply. Other requirements include solid research, writing and communications skills, computer literacy and interest in/knowledge of the political process.
To apply, send a cover letter and resume to:
Internship Coordinator
Food Research and Action Center
1875 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 540
Washington, DC 20009
fax: 202/ 986-2525