Intern in the Environment and Climate Change Unit
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is seeking an intern in Geneva, Switzerland, to support the Environment and Climate Change Unit. The internship is unpaid and lasts 6 months.
- Role
- Intern in the Environment and Climate Change Unit
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The internship involves supporting the Environment and Climate Change Unit at the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Geneva, Switzerland.
What you'll do
- Conduct research on substantive areas of work
- Support drafting of reports and publications
- Organize events related to the right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment
- Follow and support OHCHR engagement in meetings and briefings
- Monitor scientific evidence related to environmental crises
- Support coordination and information dissemination
What it takes
- Enrolled in or have completed a graduate or undergraduate degree in Law, International relations, Political Science, Development or related subject
- Knowledge in the field of human rights and/or the environment is desirable
- Fluency in English is required, knowledge of French is an advantage
What you'll bring
How we treat you
None
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is located in Geneva, Switzerland.
Is the internship remote?
The internship is in-person and not remote.
What is the compensation for this internship?
The internship is unpaid.
What are the key qualifications required?
Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate or undergraduate degree in Law, International relations, Political Science, Development or related subject, and have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the provided link until August 30, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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