Development & Outreach Department and Advocacy Department Intern
Quick answer
Human Rights Watch is hiring an intern for the Stockholm office, assisting the Development & Outreach Department and Advocacy Department, for 20 weeks starting in mid-January 2027. The internship is unpaid and requires enrollment in a university.
- Role
- Development & Outreach Department and Advocacy Department Intern
- Organization
- Human Rights Watch
- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
Human Rights Watch is seeking an intern for the Stockholm office, assisting mainly the Development & Outreach Department, but also and Advocacy Department. The internship is full-time (35 hours per week) and will be for 20 weeks, starting in mid-January 2027.
What you'll do
- Monitoring global developments and preparing relevant materials
- Contributing to event planning, organizing, and evaluation
- Participating in briefings with decision-makers and stakeholders
- Supporting the fundraising team by researching potential sources of income
- Assisting in spreading HRW's research and recommendations
- Developing content for HRW Sweden’s digital channels
What it takes
- Enrolled student for the duration of the internship
- Coursework in a relevant area such as communications, media, political science, law or human rights
- Well-organized, creative, and detail-oriented
- Experience with collaborating within a team
- Interest in human rights, communication, social media, and/or fundraising
- Good knowledge of MS Office programs
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is located in Stockholm, Sweden, at HRW's office at Norrsken House.
Is the internship paid?
The internship is unpaid.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include being an enrolled student, coursework in relevant areas, excellent time management skills, and good communication skills in Swedish and English.
How do I apply?
Apply by visiting the HRW job portal at https://careers.hrw.org and attaching a CV and letter of interest. Applications can be written in English or Swedish.
Is the internship open to international students?
The internship is open to students enrolled in a university, but the internship is based in Stockholm, Sweden.
How to apply
Apply directly on Human Rights Watch's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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