Internship Description: The US Program at Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking a legal intern currently enrolled in law school to participate in research. This internship will commence in May/June and last until August. The intern will research international human rights law and policy relevant to HRW. Current projects include solitary confinement of juveniles, police response to sexual violence, immigration and incarceration of elderly and medically incapacitated inmates.
Internships are generally unpaid, although work-study funds are available. Students are often able to arrange academic credit, as HRW internships often offer direct exposure to the workings of an international human rights organization, close supervision by the HRW staff, interaction with other international organizations and foreign and domestic government officials, and opportunities to attend lectures, trainings, and special events relating to human rights. Students should check with their individual academic institutions for requirements.
Ideally, the candidate will be available for a minimum of 25 to 40 hours per week, although timing can be flexible.
Qualifications: Applicants should be well-organized, self-motivated and reliable, with a strong interest in international human rights. Relevant coursework is highly desirable, and knowledge of Spanish is a plus. Computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office, Internet applications) are required.
Applicants who are offered an internship, but who are not US permanent residents, US citizens, or in possession of a valid student visa, must apply for a J-1 visa through a sponsoring organization. This process can take several weeks and applicants will have to incur their own costs.
Internships are generally unpaid, although work-study funds are available. Students are often able to arrange academic credit, as HRW internships often offer direct exposure to the workings of an international human rights organization, close supervision by the HRW staff, interaction with other international organizations and foreign and domestic government officials, and opportunities to attend lectures, trainings, and special events relating to human rights. Students should check with their individual academic institutions for requirements.
Ideally, the candidate will be available for a minimum of 25 to 40 hours per week, although timing can be flexible.
Qualifications: Applicants should be well-organized, self-motivated and reliable, with a strong interest in international human rights. Relevant coursework is highly desirable, and knowledge of Spanish is a plus. Computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office, Internet applications) are required.
Applicants who are offered an internship, but who are not US permanent residents, US citizens, or in possession of a valid student visa, must apply for a J-1 visa through a sponsoring organization. This process can take several weeks and applicants will have to incur their own costs.
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