Development & Outreach Department and Advocacy Department Intern
Quick answer
Human Rights Watch is hiring an unpaid intern for the Stockholm office, assisting the Development & Outreach Department and Advocacy Department. The internship is full-time for 20 weeks, starting in mid-January 2027.
- Role
- Development & Outreach Department and Advocacy Department Intern
- Organization
- Human Rights Watch
- Location
- Stockholm, Stockholms län, 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. The internship is unpaid, and interns must be enrolled university students for the full duration of the internship.
What you'll do
- Monitoring global developments and assisting in preparing relevant materials to support HRW’s advocacy work
- Contributing in planning, organizing, and evaluating events
- Participating in briefings with decision-makers and other key stakeholders
- Supporting the fundraising team by researching potential sources of income
- Assisting in spreading HRW's research and recommendations by creating targeted communications
- Participating in developing content for HRW Sweden’s digital channels
What it takes
- Enrolled university student for the duration of the internship
- Coursework in a relevant area such as communications, media, political science, law or human rights
- Experience with collaborating within a team
- Interest in human rights, communication, social media, and/or fundraising
- Good knowledge of MS Office programs, Word and Excel
- Strong written and oral communication skills in Swedish and English
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is based in Stockholm, Stockholms län, Sweden.
Is the internship paid?
The internship is unpaid.
What is the compensation for the internship?
The internship is unpaid.
What are the key qualifications required for the internship?
Key qualifications include being an enrolled university student, coursework in relevant areas, experience with team collaboration, interest in human rights and communication, and strong communication skills in Swedish and English.
How do I apply for the internship?
Apply by visiting the HRW online job portal at https://careers.hrw.org and attaching a CV and letter of interest. Applications can be written in English or Swedish.
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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