Internships in International Affairs
2010
International Internships
Centre on Housing
Rights and Evictions
International Commission of
Jurists
International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia
International
Institute for Strategic Studies
International Labour Organization
International
Organization for Migration
Ramsar Convention Bureau
Secretariat for the Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
The Association
for Women's Rights in Development
U.S. Commercial Service U.S.
Embassy
UN International
Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
UN International Research & Training Institute for the Advancement of Women
United Nations Environmental Programme
United Nations High Comissioner
for Refugees
United Nations Inter-Regional Crime and Justice Research Institute
United
Nations Research Institute for Social Development
World Intellectual
Property Organization
World Trade
Organization
Arizona
Border Action Network
Florence Immigrant
and Refugee Rights Project
California
Asia Pacific American
Legal Center
Central American Resource Center
Coalition to Abolish
Slavery and Trafficking
Earth Rights Institute
Food
First-Institute for Food and Development Policy
Global Exchange
Human Rights Watch
National Network
for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
Tibet Justice Center
Colorado
Secure World Foundation
Connecticut
Iran Human Rights
Documentation Center
Lawyers Without Borders
Love146
District of Columbia
ABA Rule of Law Initiative
Academy for Educational
Development
Africa Action
Alliance for Global Justice
Amazon Alliance
American Enterprise Institute
American Kurdish Information
Network
Amnesty International
Arab American Institute
Arab-American
Anti-Discrimination Committee
Asian American Justice Center
Atlantic Council of the
United States
CIVIC-Campaign for
Innocent Victims of Conflict
Caribbean-Central American Action
Center for International Policy
Center for National Policy
Citizens for Global Solutions
Commission on
Security and Cooperation in Europe
Congressional Hunger Center
Council for the
National Interest Foundation
Council of Women
World Leaders
Council on Hemispheric Affairs
Education for Peace in Iraq
Center
Federation of American Scientists
Foundation for Middle East Peace
Free Burma Coalition
Free the Slaves
Friends of the Earth
Fund for Peace
Genocide Intervention Network
Global Rights
Heritage Foundation
Human Rights Watch
IFES
Inter-American Dialogue
International Business-Government Counselors, Inc.
International Center for
Research on Women
International Crisis Group
International Justice Mission
International Rescue Committee
International Women’s
Democracy Center
Kennan Institute for Advanced Russian
Studies
Latin America Working Group
National Council for
International Visitors
National Foreign Trade Council
Nonviolence International
One World.Net
Peace Brigades International
Polish American Congress
Rugmark - USA
SHARE Foundation
Search for Common Ground
The Advocacy Project
The Brookings Institution
The Henry L. Stimson Center
The International
Center/New Forests Project
U. S. Department of State
U.S. Agency for
International Development
U.S. Commission
on International Religious Freedom
U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce
UCSJ-Union
of Councils for Jews in the Former Soviet Union
US For United
Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Washington Institute for
Near East Policy
Washington International
Trade Association
Witness for Peace
Women Thrive Worldwide
World Affairs Council of
Washington, DC
World
Security Institute Center for Defense Information
Georgia
Refugee Family Services
Southern Center for
International Studies
The Carter Center
Hawaii
Pacific and Asian Affairs
Council
Illinois
Heartland Alliance
Heartland International
Massachusetts
American Anti-Slavery Group
Cultural Survival
World Boston
Maryland
World Jurist Association
Minnesota
Resource Center of the
Americas
The Advocates for Human Rights
New Jersey
Center for Global
Security and Democracy
New York
AIDS Free Africa
Council on Foreign Relations
Doctors of the World
East Timor and Indonesia
Action Network
Family Care International
Foreign Policy Association
Freedom House
Global Action to End War
Global Justice Center
Human Rights in China
International Center
for Transitional Justice
International
Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission
Lifebridge Foundation
MADRE
National Committee on
American Foreign Policy
National Labor Committee
UNIFEM
Ukranian Congress
Committee of America, Inc.
Women's Commission
for Refugee Women and Children
Women's Environment &
Development Organization
Oregon
Institute for
Justice and Democracy in Haiti
Pennsylvania
Foreign Policy Research
Institute
Global Security Institute
Women’s
International League for Peace and Freedom
Rhode Island
Plan USA
Virginia
Boat People SOS
Counterpart International
Institute for Defense Analyses
Legacy International
Project Hope
U.S. Committee for Refugees
and Immigrants
Washington
Center for World
Indigenous Studies
Foundation for
Russian American Economic Cooperation
Teachers Without Borders
Centre on Housing Rights and Evictions
Contact Person:
Title: Executive
Organization: Centre on Housing Rights and Evictions
Address: International Secretariat
83 Rue de Montbrillant 1202 Geneva, Switaerland
,
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.cohre.org
Organization Description: COHRE is an international non-governmental human
rights organization working in the area of economic, social and cultural rights
with a particular focus on the right to adequate housing. COHRE has regional
programs in the Americas, Africa, Asia and the Pacific. It also has thematic
programs involving women's housing rights and housing and property restitution
for refugees and international displaced persons.
Internship Description: COHRE provides students with experience in research,
writing and advocacy particularly at the United Nations.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Some knowledge of international law is helpful
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: January
Summer: April
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
International Commission of Jurists
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: International Commission of Jurists
Address: PO Box 91
33, rue des Bains 1211 Geneva 8 , Switzerland
Phone: +41229793800
Fax: +41229793801
Website: www.icj.org
Organization Description: The International Commission of Jurists and its Center
for Independence of Judges and Lawyers monitors legal developments as well as
the human rights situation in various regions. Interns are assigned substantive
tasks under the supervision of the legal staff.
Internship Description: The ICJ offers up to eight internship programs for law
students. The UN internships (Spring or Summer) coincide with the meetings of
the UN Commission on Human Rights and the UN Sub-commission for the Promotion
and Protection of Human Rights. Interns attend these sessions, review documents
and prepare the proceedings. The CIJL interns (Summer and Winter) research and
write drafts for the Center's annual report "Attacks on Justice." Only CIJL
legal researchers are granted a stipend and must stay a minimum of four to six
months. Stipends vary according to nature of work, qualifications and ICJ
funding.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: ck website
Spring: ck website
Summer: ck website
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript: X
Other: Two letters of reference. See website for details.
International Criminal
Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia
Contact Person:
Title: Head of Recruitment-Human Resource Section
Organization: International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia
Address: Churchillplein 1,
2517 JW The Hague, The Netherlands
,
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.un.org/icty
Organization Description: The ICTFY exists to hear war crimes cases arising out
of the conflicts in the former Yugoslavia.
Internship Description: The Internship Program offers graduate students of the
international community the possibility to enhance their professional training
in the unique environment of an international court. In addition to
participating in the day to day activities of the Tribunal, interns attend
lectures and field trips relevant to the work of the tribunal.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other: translation
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
International Institute for Strategic Studies
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: International Institute for Strategic Studies
Address: Arundel House-, 13-15 Arundel Street
Temple Place London WC2R 3DX, UK
,
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.iiss.org
Organization Description: The Institutes prime purpose is to provide
authoritative fact and informed analysis of strategic issues. It stresses
rigorous research with a forward looking policy orientation and place particular
emphasis on bringing new perspectives to the strategic debate.
Internship Description: A limited number of internships are offered to graduate
students in international relations and strategic studies. Interns work with a
member of the Directing Staff performing research and writing for the
Institute's publications. Positions are unpaid and IISS cannot assist interns in
finding accommodations or obtaining a work permit.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Description of research interest
International Labour Organization
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator (Office 4-76)
Organization: International Labour Organization
Address: Human Resources Development Depart.
4, route des Morillons CH-1211 Geneva 22 Switzerland
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.ilo.org
Organization Description: The International Labour Organization is the UN
specialized agency which seeks the promotion of social justice and
internationally recognized human and labour rights. The ILO formulates
international labour standards in the form of Conventions and Recommendations
setting minimum standards of basic labour rights: freedom of association, the
right to organize, collective bargaining, abolition of forced labour, equality
of opportunity and treatment, and other standards regulating conditions across
the entire spectrum of work related issues.
Internship Description: The Internship Programme was introduced into the ILO in
1990. Each year the Office receives approximately 130 under-graduate or
post-graduate students for professional work. The internships are designed to be
a learning experience. Interns should be assigned clearly defined projects
related to their area of study, therefore the tasks assigned to each intern
should be clearly thought out.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: 3 months prior
Spring: 3 months prior
Summer: 3 months prior
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Complete on line application form.
International Organization for Mirgration
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator-Staffing Unit
Organization: International Organization for Mirgration
Address: Human Resources Division
17 route des Morillon-PO Box 71 CH-1211 Geneva Switzerland
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.iom.int
Organization Description: The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is
committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants
and society. As an intergovernmental body, IOM acts with its partners in the
international community to: Assist in meeting the operational challenges of
migration Advance understanding of migration issues; Encourage social and
economic development through migration; and uphold the human dignity and
well-being of migrants.
Internship Description: The main objectives of the internship program is to
provide students with the opportunity to learn about IOM's work and gain inital
work experience. Interns are given assignments and responsibilities commensurate
with their experience and are assigned a mentor for the duration of their
internship.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: 2 month prior
Spring: 2 month prior
Summer: 2 month prior
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Apply on line specify internship.
Ramsar Convention Bureau
Contact Person:
Title: Administration Coordinator
Organization: Ramsar Convention Bureau
Address: Rue Mauverney 28
CH-1196 Gland, Switzerland
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.ramsar.org
Organization Description: The Convention on Wetlands, signed in Ramsar, Iran, in
1971, is an intergovernmental treaty which provides the framework for national
action and international cooperation for the conservation and wise use of
wetlands and their resources. The Convention's mission is the conservation and
wise use of wetlands by national action and international cooperation as a means
to achieving sustainable development throughout the world
Internship Description: The posts offer an opportunity for young graduates to
become acquainted with the workings of an intergovernmental treaty dealing with
the conservation and sustainable use of natural resources and, more
specifically, wetland ecosystems. The interns are assigned to assist one of the
Regional Coordinators dealing with the Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe in
the full range of their activities. Internships are 12 month programs.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer:
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: letter of recommendation. See website for deadlines and details.
Secretariat for the Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Secretariat for the Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
Address: Haus Carstanjen
P.O. Box 260129 D-53175, Bonn. Germany
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.unccd.int
Organization Description: The Secretariat for the Convention to Combat
Desertification (UNCCD) was established by the United Nations General Assembly
to assist the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee. The Convention to Combat
Desertification is administered by the Secretariat from its offices in Bonn.
Internship Description: Internships are intended to promote among the
participants a better understanding of international problems and the problem of
desertification in particular and give an insight into the work of the United
Nations.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Essay describing why you want to intern at UNCCD
The Association for
Women's Rights in Development
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: The Association for Women's Rights in Development
Address: 215 Spadina Ave, Suite 150
Toronto, ON Canada M5T 2C7
Phone: 416 594 3773
Fax:
Website: www.awid.org
Organization Description: The Association for Women's Rights in Development is a
membership organization that facilitates discourse on how to improve the lives
of women and girls around the world. Phone: 416-594-3773
Internship Description: AWID offers a thorough internship program designed to
give students work experience and to empower young women.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $6.15/hour
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
U.S. Commercial Service U.S. Embassy
Contact Person: Ms. Kimbrerly Beneduce
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: U.S. Commercial Service U.S. Embassy
Address: 24 Grosvenor Square
London, W1A 1AE
Phone:
Fax:
Website:
Organization Description: The U.S. Commercial Service is the export development
arm of the U.S. government and office in London is one of the most attractive in
the world. The service pursues two primary goals: to assist U.S. companies with
their efforts to enter the U.K. market and to assist U.K companies in forming
business relationships with U.S. companies.
Internship Description: Interns collect and analyze information for use in
market research, respond to requests for information from U.S. companies and
assist staff in preparation for trade shows and events.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: October
Summer: February
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: recommendations
UN International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
Contact Person: MS. Felicia Madigane
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: UN International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
Address: P.O. Box 6016
Arusha, Tanzania
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.ictr.org
Organization Description: The International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda hears
human rights cases arising out the civil war in Rwanda.
Internship Description: The Intern Programme is geared towards providing offices
at the ICTR with the assistance of students and professionals specializing in
fields relevant to the work of the Tribunal, such as international relations,
law, economic, political science, journalism and translation.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Semester prior
Spring: Semester prior
Summer: Semester prior
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other: Application form and references-See website for details
UN International
Research & Training Institute for the Advancement of Women
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: UN International Research & Training Institute for the Advancement
of Women
Address: Calle Cesar Nicholas Penson
102-A Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Phone: 809-685-2111
Fax: 809-685-2117
Website: www.un-instraw.org
Organization Description: INSTRAW is a UN agency devoted to research, training
and advocacy regarding gender issues worldwide. INSTRAW advocates with
governments for support of women's issues and projects benefitting women.
Internship Description: The internship program is designed to acquaint students
with the work of INSTRAW and the United Nations in General. Interns spend two to
three months at the Institutes headquarters in Santo Domingo or at its New York
office. Working with senior staff members, interns perform Internet research,
write articles for publications, correspond with supporting organizations
worldwide and develop databases.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Download application from website
United Nations Environmental Programme
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Programme, Staff Development and Training
Organization: United Nations Environmental Programme
Address: Human Resource and Management Service
United Nations Office at Nairobi P.O.Box 67578, Nairobi, Kenya.
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.unep.org
Organization Description: The mission of UNEP is to provide leadership and
encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and
enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without
compromising that of future generations.
Internship Description: The internship program seeks to provide current students
with important practical experience which complements their field of study which
at the same time will be of benefit to the UN offices to which the intern is
assigned; to promote among the students a better understanding of major global
problems confronting the world and to give them an insight into how the UN
attempts to find solutions to these problems. Internships are 3-6 months in
duration.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: November
Summer: March
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Request application form after reviewing website.
United Nations High
Commissioner for Refugees
Contact Person:
Title: Staff Development Section
Organization: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Address: Case Postale 2500
CH-1211 Geneva 2 Depot Switzerland
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.unhcr.ch
Organization Description: UNHCR, the United Nations refugee organization, is
mandated by the United Nations to lead and coordinate international action for
the world-wide protection of refugees and the resolution of refugee problems.
UNHCRs primary purpose is to safeguard the rights and well-being of refugees
UNHCR strives to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and
find safe refuge in another state, and to return home voluntarily.
Internship Description: The objective of the internship Program is to provide
interns with the opportunity to gain practical work experience related to the
academic program and to provide them with a first hand look at the work of
UNHCR.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Semester prior
Spring: Semester prior
Summer: Semester prior
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Download application and guidelines from website.
United Nations
Inter-regional Crime and Justice Research Institute
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: United Nations Inter-regional Crime and Justice Research Institute
Address: Viale Maestri del Lavoro 10
10127 Turin Italy
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.unicri.org
Organization Description: The objective of the Institute shall be to contribute,
through research, training, field activities and the collection, exchange and
dissemination of information, to the formulation and implementation of improved
policies in the field of crime prevention and control, due regard being paid to
the integration of such policies within broader policies for socio-economic
change and development, and to the protection of human rights.
Internship Description: The objective of the internship programme is to enhance
the educational experience of graduate and post-graduate students from diverse
academic backgrounds through practical work assignments and on-the-job
experience, to expose them to the work of the United Nations and to provide
UNICRI with the assistance of highly qualified students specialized in various
professional fields.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other: Criminal Justice Policy
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Download application from their web site.
United Nations Research
Institute for Social Development
Contact Person:
Title: Program Information Officer
Organization: United Nations Research Institute for Social Development
Address: Palais des Nations
1211 Geneva 10 Switzerland
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.unrisd.org
Organization Description: UNRISD is an autonomous agency that carries out
research on the social dimensions of contemporary problems affecting
development. Through its research, UNRISD stimulates dialogue and contributes to
policy debates on key issues of social development within and outside the United
Nations system.
Internship Description: UNRISD provides a limited number of outstanding graduate
students from around the world with the opportunity to gain experience in an
international research setting. Students spend a minimum of two months assisting
project leaders in developing project proposals, compiling annotated
bibliographies, helping to organize research seminars and translating
correspondence.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other: Social Sciences
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Six months prior
Spring: Six months prior
Summer: Six months
prior
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
World Intellectual Property Organization
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: World Intellectual Property Organization
Address: Personnel Recruitment Section
34 chemin des Colombettes 1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland
Phone:
Fax: 4122-338-98-
Website: www.wipo.org
Organization Description: The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is
an international organization dedicated to promoting the use and protection of
works of the human spirit. These works of intellectual property are expanding
the bounds of science and technology and enriching the world of the arts.
Through its work, WIPO plays an important role in enhancing the quality and
enjoyment of life, as well as creating real wealth for nations.
Internship Description: WIPO runs a Summer Internship program, whose objective
is to provide an opportunity for senior students and young professionals to
acquire a working knowledge of intellectual property and to be exposed to the
work of the Organization, including its treaty-making, international
registration, research and publication activities.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Contact for application
World Trade Organization Human Resources Section
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: World Trade Organization Human Resources Section
Address: Centre William Rappard
154 rue de Lausanne 1211 Geneva 21, Switzerland
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.wto.org
Organization Description: The WTO secretariat maintains a limited internship
program for post-graduate students wishing to gain experience and deeper
knowledge of the world multilateral trading system.
Internship Description: Assignment given to interns are intended to enhance the
interns knowledge and understanding of the WTO and of trade policy more
generally. The needs of the division recruiting the intern are paramount.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: 1500 month
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Download application from website
Border Action Network
Contact Person: Ms. Jennifer Allen
Title: Executive Director
Organization: Border Action Network
Address: PO Box 384
Tucson, AZ 85702
Phone: 520-623-4944
Fax:
Website: www.borderaction.org
Organization Description: The Border Action Network is immigrants and border
residents working together to ensure that our rights are preserved, our human
dignity is respected and that our communities are healthy and safe places to
live.
Internship Description: Interns must be flexible and follow the leadership of
community members. Internships are based on the needs of current campaigns.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Request internship application
Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights
Project
Contact Person: Ms. Jacquelyn Ahrenberg
Title: Development and Outreach Director Director
Organization: Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project
Address: PO Box 654
2601 N. Highway 79
Florence, AZ 85232
Phone: 520-868-0191
Fax:
Website: www.firrp.org
Organization Description: The Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project,
Inc., "Florence Project," provides holistic, free legal services to immigrants,
refugees, and U.S. citizens detained by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement
(ICE) in Arizona for immigration processing.
Internship Description: Internships are available for law students assisting
with representation of clients by Interviewing witnesses, performing research
and writing and drafting documents.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Asian Pacific American Legal Center
Contact Person:
Title: Volunteer Coordinator
Organization: Asian Pacific American Legal Center
Address: 1145 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone: 213-977-7500
Fax:
Website: www.apalc.org
Organization Description: The Center provides legal services, public policy
analysis, Impact litigation, and multi-cultural leadership training.
Internship Description: Legal internships are offered during the summer and
during the academic year.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other: Community Organizing, urban development
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: March
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Central American Resource Center
Contact Person: Mr. Sherly Chavarria
Title: Director of Education
Organization: Central American Resource Center
Address: 2845 W. 7th Street
Los Angles, CA 90005
Phone: 213-385-7800
Fax: 213-385-1094
Website: www.carecen-la.org
Organization Description: The Central American Resource Center seeks to empower
the Central American Community by defending human and civil rights, working for
social and economic justice and promoting cultural diversity through service,
community organizing and outreach.
Internship Description: Internships are offered in the organization's legal,
civic participation, development, administrative and technology departments.
Students are encouraged to contact the organization to discuss their interest
and ability to contribute to the organizations work.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other: Education, immigration
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Urban Studies, Education
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking
Contact Person: Ms. Karina Sema
Title: Office Manager
Organization: Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking
Address: 5042 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 586
Los Angels, CA 90036
Phone: 213-365-1906
Fax:
Website: www.castla.org
Organization Description: CAST is a human rights organization with the mission
to assist persons trafficked for the purpose of forced labor and slavery-like
practices and to work toward an end to all instances of such human rights
abuses. CAST provides direct social and legal service and training of advocates.
Internship Description: Interns make at least a four month commitment and are
placed according their skills within an agency department to assist with
department project.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Outreach
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other: Social Work
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: June
Spring: November
Summer: March
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application (on website)
Earth Rights Institute
Contact Person: Ms. Anne Goeke
Title: Co-Director
Organization: Earth Rights Institute
Address: PO Box 5404
Santa Monica, CA 90409
Phone: 310-449-1882
Fax:
Website: www.earthrights.net
Organization Description: Earth Rights Institute establishes networks of persons
of goodwill and special skills promoting policies and programs which further
democratic rights to common heritage resource and building ecological
communities.
Internship Description: Interns assist with administrative work, prepare
promotional and development materials, assist in fund raising and help expand or
initiate programs. Interns experience what it is like to work for a non-profit
working directly in partnership with the grassroots in helping eliminate poverty
and learn about the United Nations as they are an affiliated organization.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Program Development
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Complete on line application.
Food First-Institute for Food and
Development Policy
Contact Person: Ns. Marilyn Borchardt
Title: Development Director
Organization: Food First-Institute for Food and Development Policy
Address: 398 60th Street
Oakland, CA 94618
Phone: 510-654-4400
Fax:
Website: www.foodfirst.org
Organization Description: Food First works to eliminate injustices that cause
hunger.
Internship Description: See the organizations website for full description at
www.foodfirst.org/intern
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: References
Global Exchange
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Global Exchange
Address: 2017 Mission Street
Suite 303
San Francisco, CA 94110
Phone: 415-255-7276
Fax: 415-255-7498
Website: www.globalexchange.org
Organization Description: Global Exchange is a human rights organization that
exposes economic and political injustice around the world and organizes for
change.
Internship Description: Global Exchange offers a structured internship program
which allows students to work directly with professional staff on campaigns
against human rights abuse.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: April 7
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript: X
Other: 3 references- see website for details
Human Rights Watch
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Human Rights Watch
Address: 11500 W. Olympic
Suite 445
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone: 310-477-5540
Fax: 310-477-4622
Website: www.hrw.org
Organization Description: Since its founding in 1978, Human Rights Watch has
grown to be the largest and most influential U.S. based organization
investigating and seek to promote human rights worldwide. HRW is known for its
impartial and reliable human rights reporting and high profile advocacy
campaigns. It offers internships in its regional divisions (geographically
based) as well as its thematic divisions (Arms Control, Children's Rights, and
Women's Rights).
Internship Description: Human Rights Watch California provides internship
opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to work in the areas of
development and outreach. Interns establish and maintain communication with HRW
constituents and researchers and participate in special events. Interns should
have good computer skills, strong written and oral communication skills and
knowledge of a foreign language is helpful.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Semester prior
Spring: Semester prior
Summer: Semester prior
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: References
National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
Contact Person: Ms. Diana Pie Wu
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
Address: 310 8th Street
Suite 303
Oakland, CA 94607
Phone: 510-465-1984
Fax:
Website: www.nnirr.org
Organization Description: The National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
(NNIRR) is a national organization composed of local coalitions and immigrant,
refugee, community, religious, civil rights and labor organizations and
activists. It serves as a forum to share information and analysis, to educate
communities and the general public, and to develop and coordinate plans of
action on important immigrant and refugee issues.
Internship Description: They accept interns for a minimum of 8 hours per week in
the spring and fall semesters and 15 hours per week in the summer. Interns
assume responsibility for one major project and perform additional work on
campaigns and member needs as they arise. Interns should have some knowledge of
the current immigration debate and have a commitment to advancing human rights.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other: Ethnic Studies, Human Rights
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: September 1
Spring: February 1
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
Contact Person: Mr. Rick Wayman
Title: Director of Programs
Organization: Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
Address: Foundaton PMB 121-1187 Coast Village Rd.-Suite 1
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Phone: 805-965-3443
Fax: 805-568-0466
Website: www.wagingpeace.org
Organization Description: The Nuclear Age Peace Foundation advances initiative
to eliminate the nuclear weapons threat, foster the global rule of law and
empowers a new generation of peace leaders.
Internship Description: Two paid full time summer internships are available for
10 weeks. Other internships are considered on a case by case basis.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 1
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $8 hour summer only
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other: 2 letters of recommendation
Tibet Justice Center
Contact Person:
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: Tibet Justice Center
Address: 2288 Fulton Street
Suite 312
Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone: 510-486-0588
Fax: 510-548-3785
Website: www.tibetjustice.org
Organization Description: The Tibet Justice Committee advocates
self-determination for the Tibetan people. Through legal action and education
TJC promotes human rights, environmental protection and a peaceful resolution of
the situation in Tibet.
Internship Description: The TJC offers volunteer internships that are research
oriented and include the day to day operations of the organization. All
internships require a 12 hour per week commitment.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: email to dev@tibetjustice.org
Secure World Foundation
Contact Person: Ms. Sarah Hartzell
Title: Program Assistant
Organization: Secure World Foundation
Address: 314 Charles Street
Superior, CO 80027
Phone: 303-554-1560
Fax:
Website: www.secureworldfoundation.org
Organization Description: Secure World Foundation is a private operating
foundation. Their programs focus on space security through projects and
partnerships that promote long term planning, dialogue, rules of conduct and
treaties that encourage international cooperation in space security.
Internship Description: Interns focus on research that relates to space security
(debris mitigation, near earth objects, etc) in conjunction with projects funded
by the foundation and its partners.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Possible
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Iran Human Rights Documentation Center
Contact Person: Ms. Corinne Ahearn
Title: Executive Assistant
Organization: Iran Human Rights Documentation Center
Address: 129 Church Street
Suite 304
New Haven, CT 06510
Phone: 203-772-2218
Fax:
Website: www.iranhrdc.org
Organization Description: IHRDC focuses on allegations of the most serious
violations of human rights, such as murder, torture, unlawful imprisonment,
sexual violence, persecution on political, religious or gender grounds.
Internship Description: Interns on conduct research on human rights violations,
focus research on either the law or the facts of particular cases, gather data
on human rights issues by governments, media and non-governmental organizations.
Ability to read French, German or Farsi is helpful.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Lawyers Without Borders
Contact Person: Ms. Christina Storm
Title: Executive Director
Organization: Lawyers Without Borders
Address: 750 Main Street
Suite 15
Hartford, CT 06103
Phone: 860-541-2238
Fax: 860-525-0287
Website: www.lwob.org
Organization Description: The mission of Lawyers without Borders is to create a
global association of lawyers dedicated to the promotion and protection of human
justice. In doing so they undertake projects that directly or indirectly serve
the underserved, protect the disadvantaged, advance the Rule of Law, foster the
integrity of the legal process, and makes the finest legal expertise available
to the underprivileged, developing and emerging societies around the world.
Internship Description: Interns engage in projects assisting staff working on
legal issues for non-profit organizations worldwide.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: email to lmeyers@lwob.org
Love146
Contact Person: Ms. Kathy Maskell
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: Love146
Address: PO Box 8266
New Haven, CT 06530
Phone: 203-772-4920
Fax:
Website: www.love146.org
Organization Description: Love146 works toward the abolition of child sex
trafficking and exploitation through prevention and after care.
Internship Description: Interns will have a practical hands-on experience in the
areas of advocacy program research and grant development.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Community Organization, Educational Research
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring:
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring:
Summer: April
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
ABA Rule of Law Initiative
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: ABA Rule of Law Initiative
Address: 740 15th Street, NW
Washington,, DC 20005
Phone: 202 662-1950
Fax: 202-662-1597
Website: www.abanet.org/ceeli
Organization Description: The Rule of Law Initiative is a public service project
of the American Bar Association dedicated to promoting rule of law around the
world. The Rule of Law Initiative believes that rule of law promotion is the
most effective long-term antidote to the pressing problems facing the world
community today, including poverty, economic stagnation, and conflict.
Internship Description: The Rule of Law Initiative offers a wide range of
internship opportunities for undergraduate, graduate, and law students, as well
as recent graduates. interested in international rule of law promotion. The Rule
of Law Initiative is potentially seeking unpaid legal interns for its offices in
various African countries, Azerbaijan, Jordan, Morocco, Kosovo, Serbia and
Ukraine.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Personal Statement and references. See website.
Academy for Educational
Development
Contact Person:
Title: ATTN: HR Employment Team
Organization: Academy for Educational Development
Address: 1825 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Suite 800
Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-884-8000
Fax: 202-884-8413
Website: www.aed.org
Organization Description: AED is an independent, nonprofit organization
committed to solving critical social problems in the U.S. and throughout the
world through education, social marketing, research, training, policy analysis
and innovative program design and management. Major areas of focus include
health, education, youth development, and the environment.
Internship Description: Undergraduate and graduate student interns are given the
opportunity to: acquire an insight into the types of programming within an
organization focused on global education and communication technology; gain
substantive work experience; develop a realistic understanding of the education
and experience required at different levels of responsibility within AED and
similar organizations. Interns are involved in a variety of activities such as
research and writing; coordination of itineraries and meeting schedules for
consultants, and students; and proposal preparation and production.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Event Planning
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Health Related, Youth Development, Environment
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Application form
Africa Action
Contact Person: Mr. Michael Swigert
Title: Program Associate
Organization: Africa Action
Address: 1634 Eye Street, NW
Suite 810
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-546-7961
Fax: 202-546-1545
Website: www.africaaction.org
Organization Description: AA's primary objective is to widen the policy debate
in the United States around African issues and the U.S. role in Africa by
providing accessible policy-relevant information and analysis usable by a wide
range of individuals. AA identifies crucial policy issues in U.S./African
relations, brings in diverse perspectives from Africa and U.S. Scholars and
makes information available to policy makers.
Internship Description: AA has hosted hundreds of interns and each has been a
valuable resource to the organization. Interns develop an individual project
based work plan for their internship experience, focused on three primary
campaigns to cancel Africa's debt, end the HIV/AIDS crisis in Africa, and stop
genocide in Darfur, Sudan. Interns will work primarily in either the Public
Education and Mobilization Department (DPEM) or the Policy Analysis and
Communications Department.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: 3 references
Alliance for Global Justice
Contact Person: Mr. Jon Hunt
Title: National Coordinator
Organization: Alliance for Global Justice
Address: 1247 E. Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.afgj.org
Organization Description: The Alliance of Global Justice is a social justice
organization focused on three main projects; Campaign for Labor Rights,
Nicaragua Network and the Venezuela Solidarity Network.
Internship Description: Interns are given a great deal of responsibility and
generally work on one or two specific projects while also performing basic staff
duties.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Organizing, public education
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Sustainable Development
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Amazon Alliance
Contact Person:
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: Amazon Alliance
Address: 1350 Connecticut Ave. NW St. 1100
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-785-3334
Fax: 202-785-3335
Website: www.amazonalliance.org
Organization Description: The Amazon Alliance is an initiative born out of an
alliance between indigenous peoples of the Amazon and groups and individuals who
share concerns for the future of the Amazon and its peoples.
Internship Description: The Alliance's internship program is an ongoing dialogue
with policy makers. The office facilitates communication, produces a monthly
newsletter with up to date news about the region and coalition activities and
hosts indigenous delegations from the Amazon.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: references
American Enterprise Institute
Contact Person: Ms. Bethany Richeson
Title: Internship Program Coordinator
Organization: American Enterprise Institute
Address: 1150 17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-862-5934
Fax:
Website: www.aei.org
Organization Description: The American Enterprise Institute is a public policy
research think tank dedicated to research and education on issues of government,
politics, economics and social welfare.
Internship Description: Approximately fifty internships are available in all
phases of Institute's work each semester. Many focus on U.S. foreign policy.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: September 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other:
American Kurdish Information Network
Contact Person: Kani Xulam
Title: Director
Organization: American Kurdish Information Network
Address: 2722 Connecticut Avenue NW
# 42
Washington, DC 20008-5316
Phone: 202-483-6444
Fax:
Website: www.kurdistan.org
Organization Description: The AKIN is a human rights organization that collects
and disseminates information about the Kurds in the Middle East. They want
America to respect the right of the Kurds to self-determination.
Internship Description: They need 2 interns throughout the year. Interns usually
help with their newsletter, website, and outreach to the Congress.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Lunch and Transportation costs
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Amnesty International
Contact Person: Ms. Alison Collins
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: Amnesty International
Address: 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
5th Floor
Washington, DC 20003
Phone: 202-544-0200
Fax: 202-546-7142
Website: www.amnestyusa.org
Organization Description: Amnesty International works to free all prisoners of
conscience detained anywhere for their beliefs or because of ethnic origin, sex
color or language who have not advocated violence. It also works to ensure fair
and prompt trials for political prisoners, abolish the death penalty, torture
and extrajudicial executions and "disappearances".
Internship Description: Internships are available at the Washington Office in 18
different program areas. .
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing:
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other: membership resources, organization
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: June 30
Spring: October 30
Summer: March 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Two letters of recommendation
Arab American Institute
Contact Person: Ms. Sabeen L. Altaf
Title: Program Manager
Organization: Arab American Institute
Address: 1600 K Street NW
Suite 601
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-429-9210
Fax:
Website: www.aaiusa.org
Organization Description: The Arab American Institute is a non-profit political
advocacy group with focus on electoral politics and some policy work. They
encourage the direct participation of Arab Americans in political and civic life
in the United States.
Internship Description: The Institute offers a limited number of paid
internships but preference is given to students requiring a "for credit"
internship. Interns work in three major departments: Government Relations,
Communications, or Community Relations. Interns are required to work a minimum
of six consecutive weeks and at least twenty hours per week. For additional
information students should visit their website at
www.aaiusa.org.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 9
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 9
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $1000/month full time
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Letters of recommendation
Arab-American Anti-Discrimination Committee
Contact Person: Mr. Tony Kutayli
Title: Director of Education and Outreach
Organization: Arab-American Anti-Discrimination Committee
Address: 1732 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20007
Phone: 202-244-2990
Fax: 203-244-3196
Website: www.adc.org
Organization Description: The Arab-American Anti-Discrimination Committee is an
Arab American civil rights organization. I was founded in 1989 to defend
Americans of Arab descent from discrimination, stereotyping and hate crimes. It
also promotes Arab culture and serves as a voice for the Arab American community
on issues of foreign and domestic policy.
Internship Description: The internship program offers a variety of positions
geared toward leadership development. Students gain practical experience in
community organizing, research and writing, government relations, policy
advocacy, legal advocacy, political action, media outreach, publications and
fundraising. The deadline for legal internships is January 15.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other: All majors considered.
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: March 15
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $1500 undergrads - $2000 grads
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript: X
Other: Essay
Asian American Justice Center
Contact Person: Ms. Aimee Baldillo
Title: Staff Attorney
Organization: Asian American Justice Center
Address: 1140 Connecticut Avenue, N.W.
Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-296-2300
Fax: 202-296-2300
Website: www.napalc.org
Organization Description: NAPALC is a non-profit, non-partisan organization
headquartered in Washington, DC whose mission is to advance legal and civil
rights of Asian Pacific Americans through public policy development, public
education, advocacy, and litigation.
Internship Description: The intern program is unique in that it incorporates
staff attorneys, law students, and undergraduate students. Each staff attorney
is paired with a law student and undergraduate student to form a working group.
Students work on a variety of legal projects and receive feedback on their work.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other: Any undergraduate major is considered.
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 15
Spring: November 1
Summer: March 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Atlantic Council of the United States
Contact Person: Ms. Brooke Heaton
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Atlantic Council of the United States
Address: 1101 15th St., NW
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-778-4962
Fax:
Website: www.acus.org
Organization Description: Founded in 1961, the Atlantic Council of the United
State is a non-profit public policy center that promotes constructive leadership
and engagement in international affairs based on the central role of the
Atlantic Community in meeting the challenges of the 21st century. The Council
actively engages the U.S. media, and executive and legislative branches of the
government and the international business community.
Internship Description: The John A. Baker Internship Program offers 10-15 unpaid
internship positions each semester. Interns assist with Council projects, attend
briefings and seminars and complete an independent research project.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: June 30
Spring: November 15
Summer: March 30
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other: two recommendations
CIVIC-Campaign For Innocent Victims of Conflict
Contact Person: Ms. Anela Gasparetti
Title: Associate
Organization: CIVIC-Campaign For Innocent Victims of Conflict
Address: 1605 Connecticut Avenue NW-3rd Floor
Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-558-6958
Fax:
Website: www.warvictims.org
Organization Description: Campaign for Innocent Victims in Conflict advocates on
behalf of victims of armed conflict, works to ensure they receive recognition
and assistance from the warring parties. CIVIC persuaded Congress to establish
programs for war victims in Afghanistan and Iraq and seeks to bring home the
cost of war to policy makers and the public.
Internship Description: Full time internships are available to undergraduates
and graduate students researching and writing reports, advocating on Capitol
Hill, tracking legislation, working on publications and assisting with event
planning and implementation.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 1
Spring: November 5
Summer: March 15
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: small
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: email to jobs@civicworldwide.org
Caribbean-Central American Action
Contact Person: Ms. Jennifer Kandler
Title: Director of Finance and Administration
Organization: Carribean-Central American Action
Address: 1818 N Street NW
Suite 310
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-466-7464
Fax:
Website: www.c-caa.org
Organization Description: Caribbean-Central American Action is a small
non-profit organization specializing in private sector led economic development.
Internship Description: Interns perform a mix of research, event and program
planning and administrative work.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Government Relations, Program Research
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Center for International Policy
Contact Person: Mr. Alex Sanchez
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Center for International Policy
Address: 1717 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Suite 801
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-232-3317
Fax: 202-2323317
Website: www.ciponline.org
Organization Description: The Center for International Policy was founded in
1975 to promote a U.S. foreign policy reflective of democratic values. Through
research, education and direct public advocacy, CIP works to define and put into
practice a more sympathetic, farsighted and non-militaristic approach to the
developing world.
Internship Description: An internship with CIP includes the unique experience of
working directly with junior and senior staff to assist with conferences and
delegations preparation, website updates, drafting publications, sizable
projects and many other tasks. CIP provides a rewarding internship that promotes
the Center's mission as well as the interns educational and vocational goals.
For specifics please visit their website.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 19
Spring: October 20
Summer: March 16
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other: Letters of recommendation
Center for National Policy
Contact Person: Ms. Chere Maxwell
Title: Special Assistant to the President
Organization: Center for National Policy
Address: 1 Massachusetts Avenue
Suite 333
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-682-1800
Fax: 202-682-1818
Website: www.cnponline.org
Organization Description: Founded in 1981, the Center for National Policy (CNP)
is a non-profit, non-partisan public policy organization dedicated to engaging
our nation's leaders with practical policy solutions on global security.
Internship Description: The Center for National Policy offers full-time and
part-time unpaid internships for talented undergraduates and recent graduates.
Interns provide research and logistical assistance to CNP's programs and
projects. CNP interns work directly with staff and are exposed to the workings
of the Washington policy process.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 15
Spring: December 15
Summer: March 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: email to cmaxwell@cnponline.org
Citizens for Global Solutions
Contact Person:
Title: Internships
Organization: Citizens for Global Solutions
Address: 418 7th Street SE,
Washington, DC 20003
Phone: 202-546-3950
Fax: 202-546-3749
Website: www.globalsolutions.org
Organization Description: Citizens for Global Solutions is a grassroots
membership organization that envision a future in which nations work together to
abolish war, protect our rights and freedoms and solve the problems facing
humanity that no nation can solve alone. They seek to build political will in
the US to achieve the vision and educate Americans about global interdependence,
communicate global concerns to public officials and developing proposals for
reform and strengthen international institutions such as the UN.
Internship Description: Interns are allocated to one of their program areas:
Government Relations, International Law and Justice, Health and Development,
U.S. Global Engagement and International Institutions. Smart, creative,
energetic interns seeking a substantive, international issues focused internship
in grassroots activism, research, lobbying, and media/communications are
preferred.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Political Science, International Relations, PR
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $10 day
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Emial to internships@globalsolutions.org
Commission on Security and
Cooperation in Europe
Contact Person:
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe
Address: 234 Ford Builidng
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: 202-225-1901
Fax: 202-226-4199
Website: www.csce.gov
Organization Description: Created by the US Congress in 1976 as an independent
agency of the federal government, the Commission (informally known as the
Helsinki Commission) is composed of nine members from the US Senate and nine
members of the US House, as well as one member each from the Dept of State,
Defense, and Commerce. They are mandated to monitor and encourage compliance of
the participating States with the Helsinki Final Act and subsequent documents.
Internship Description: Full time internships are available. While there are no
specific requirements, a background in international relations is strongly
recommended. Intern duties include research in specific Helsinki Final Act
related issues; assisting in preparation of reports and other publications,
hearings, and meetings; and general office work.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 31
Spring: October 31
Summer: March 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other: References and dates of availability.
Congressional Hunger Center
Contact Person: Ms. Twana Jemerson
Title: Human Resources Manager
Organization: Congressional Hunger Center
Address: 400 North Capital Street, NW
Suite G100
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-547-7022
Fax: 202-547-7575
Website: www.hungercenter.org
Organization Description: The Congressional Hunger Center is a small non-profit
dedicated to fighting hunger world wide.
Internship Description: The Hunger Center sponsors International Hunger Graduate
Fellowships to work on world wide hunger and poverty issues each year. The
Fellowships run for two years and involve placement in countries throughout
Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Fellows spend their second year in a policy
environment.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Program Management, Field Research, Relief Work, development work
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Agriculture, Development, Public Health
Semesters Available:
Fall: Spring: Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: January
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: 2,000 month
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: On line application
Council for the National Interest Foundation
Contact Person: Ms. Shannon O'Hara
Title: Program Director
Organization: Council for the National Interest Foundation
Address: 1250 4th Street, SW
Suite WG-1
Washington, DC 20024
Phone: 202-863-2951
Fax: 202-863-2952
Website: www.cnifoundation.org
Organization Description: The Council for the National Interest Foundation is a
non-profit organization that advocates a more balanced policy towards the Middle
East. CNIF works at both the national and grassroots levels to change American's
attitudes towards the Middle East and to change America's foreign policy in the
region,
Internship Description: Interns assist with organizational, educational and
fundraising programs, research and track legislation in the foreign policy area,
work with media relations and provide administrative support.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Travel Stipend
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Council of Women World Leaders-The Aspin Institute
Contact Person: Ms. Alina Dumitrasc
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: Council of Women World Leaders-The Aspin Institute
Address: One Dupont Circle-Suite 700
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-467-0790
Fax:
Website: www.cwwl.org
Organization Description: The Council of Women World Leaders is a network of
current former and current women presidents and prime ministers established in
1996. The Council's mission is to mobilize the highest level of women leaders
globally for collective action on issues of critical importance to women.
Internship Description: Intern responsibilities include assisting in the
planning and execution of programs, funding and donor events, responding to
requests for information, conducting research, arranging speaking engagements
and providing administrative support. Interns must be willing to work at least
15-20 hours per week.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Council on Hemispheric Affairs
Contact Person: Mr. Larry Birns
Title: Director
Organization: Council on Hemispheric Affairs
Address: 1250 Connecticut Avenue, NW-Suite 1C
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-223-4975
Fax:
Website: www.coha.org
Organization Description: The Council on Hemispheric Affairs is an independent
non-profit, non-partisan research organization established to promote the common
interests of the hemisphere and encourage formulation of rational and
constructive policies towards Latin America and Canada.
Internship Description: Interns are vital components of every aspect of COHA's
work. Interns research and publish under their own bylines and perform
substantive work for the organization.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Latin American Studies-Spanish/Portuguese
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other: On line application-2 Letters of Recommendation
Education for Peace in
Iraq Center
Contact Person: Ms. Sarah Shannon
Title: Office Manager
Organization: Education for Peace in Iraq Center
Address: 900 2nd Street, NE-Suite 216
Washington, DC 20002
Phone: 202-682-4727
Fax:
Website: www.epic-usa.org
Organization Description: Education for Peace in Iraq Center works to promote
freedom, security and genuine democracy of the Iraqi people through education
and research.
Internship Description: EIPIC is a small nonprofit organization so interns are
relied on to perform substantive work in all programs. Individual tasks vary
with the experience and interests of the students.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Website
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: November 15
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Federation of American Scientists
Contact Person: Mr. Steve Stewart
Title: Director of Operations
Organization: Federation of American Scientists
Address: 1725 DeSales Street, NW-6th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-546-3300
Fax: 202-675-1010
Website: www.fas.org
Organization Description: FAS is a non-profit civic organization that provides
research and education on topics of world security, good government and peaceful
uses for science.
Internship Description: Interns work with one of the staff research projects
performing administrative, research, and website related duties.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Computer Science
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Negotiable
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Dates of availability.
Foundation for Middle East Peace
Contact Person: Mr. Evan Coltan
Title:
Organization: Foundation for Middle East Peace
Address: 1761 N Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-833-3650
Fax: 202-833-3651
Website: www.fmep.org
Organization Description: The Foundation for Middle East Peace is a small
non-profit organization advocating a just, two state solution to the
Israeli-Palestinian conflict that provides peace and security to both peoples.
Internship Description: Internships are offered year round for students with a
demonstrated interest in the Middle East.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Exposure to policy events
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: March 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other:
Free Burma Coalition
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Free Burma Coalition
Address: 1101 Pennsylvania Ave, SE #204,
Washington, DC 20003
Phone: 202-547-5985
Fax: 202-544-6118
Website: www.freeburmacoalition.org
Organization Description: The Free Burma Coalition is a campaign to bring
democracy to Burma through grassroots activities and legislative action.
Internship Description: The Coalition offers internships for three month or one
year periods working in either Washington, DC or in Thailand.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: May
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Free the Slaves
Contact Person: Ms. Kate Horner
Title: Executive Assistant
Organization: Free the Slaves
Address: 514 10th Street, NW-Floor 7
Washington, DC 20004
Phone: 202-638-1865
Fax:
Website: www.freetheslaves.net
Organization Description: Free the Slaves is an international non-profit
organization dedicated to eradicating modern slavery in our lifetime. They
attack slavery through working with international partners, raising awareness,
promoting slave free trade, education of policy makers and research.
Internship Description: Historically Free the Slaves has had 1-4 interns per
semester doing everything from legal research, community organizing, graphic
design to web design.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Friends of the Earth
Contact Person:
Title: Human Resources
Organization: Friends of the Earth
Address: 1717 Massachusetts Ave., NW, 600
Washington, DC 20036-2002
Phone: 877 843-8687
Fax: 202 783-0444
Website: www.foe.org
Organization Description: Friends of the Earth is an environmental non-profit
organization that campaigns for a healthy and just world.
Internship Description: Friends of the Earth internship program provides current
students and recent graduates the opportunity to work with staff members on
environmental issues and current campaigns. Internships are available in a wide
variety of program areas including transportation policy, international
programs, government affairs and media. Specific internship opportunities are
listed on their website.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Environmental Studies
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Fund for Peace
Contact Person: Mr. Sarah Osborn
Title: Development Coordinator
Organization: Fund for Peace
Address: 1701 K Street, NW
Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-223-7940
Fax: 202-223-7947
Website: www.fundforpeace.org
Organization Description: The Fund for Peace focuses on internal conflict,
analyzing the root causes of conflict and develops practical solutions to
prevent future conflicts. These include developing software to assess political,
social and economic environments for conflict assessment and bringing together
representatives of multinational companies with human rights experts and
advocates to discuss issues of common concern.
Internship Description: Interns work on substantive projects and research, and
they often conduct their own projects, working directly with the professional
staff. Projects include human rights and business, sustainable development,
conflict assessments and early warning and peace and stability operations.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: 250 month
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Genocide Intervention Network
Contact Person: Ms Zsa Zsa Pace
Title: Manager
Organization: Genocide Intervention Network
Address: 1383 H Street, NW
1st Floor
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-481-8220
Fax:
Website: www.genocideintervention.net
Organization Description: The Genocide Intervention Network is an organization
that works to empower individuals and communities with the tools to prevent and
stop genocide.
Internship Description: A wide range of internships are offered in the
organization's advocacy, public relations and executive departments. Visit their
website for additional details.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: All majors considered
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: November 1
Summer: March 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Global Rights
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Global Rights
Address: 1200 18th Street, NW
Suite 602
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-822-4600
Fax: 202-822-4606
Website: www.globalrights.org
Organization Description: Global Rights is a non-profit organization of human
rights and legal professions engaged in human rights advocacy, litigation and
training around the world. Their mission is to support and empower advocates to
expand the scope of human rights protections and promote creating more effective
human rights standards at the national, regional and international levels.
Global Rights has worked in 88 countries during their 30 year history.
Internship Description: Internships are available year round for undergraduate,
graduate and law students. Students work in the Group's program areas including:
country programs for Africa, Bosnia, Latin America and Cambodia, the Initiative
Against Trafficking in Persons, Women's Rights Advocacy Project, the Initiative
on U.S. Racism and Gay, Lesbian and Bi-sexual Initiative. Non-profit management
Internships are also available in Development, Finance and Communications.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 31
Spring: December31
Summer: March 1
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: commuting expense
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: 3 Letters of recommendation
Heritage Foundation
Contact Person:
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: Heritage Foundation
Address: 214 Massachusetts Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20002
Phone: 202-608-6032
Fax: 202-608-6089
Website: www.heritage.org/interships
Organization Description: The Heritage Foundation is a conservative think tank.
It is the largest and most influential research and educational foundation in
the US. They provide national and state decision makers with current information
relevant to policy debates.
Internship Description: Interns learn by working directly with research analysts
and policy-makers, or with professionals in one of the external departments,
Heritage interns gain solid professional experience. In addition to their
day-to-day assignments, interns attend weekly seminars. Students can apply to
intern in the following departments: Accounting, Asian Studies, Center for
American Studies, Center for Data Analysis, Center for Legal and Judicial
Studies, Communications and Marketing, Development, Domestic Policy, the
Executive Offices, External Relations, and Foreign Policy.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 1
Spring: November1
Summer: February 1
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: summer only
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Human Rights Watch
Contact Person: Ms. Allison Lombardo
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Human Rights Watch
Address: 1630 Connecticut Ave., N.W.,
Suite 500
Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-612-4321
Fax: 202 612-4333
Website: www.hrw.org
Organization Description: Since its founding in 1978, Human Rights Watch has
grown to be the largest and most influential U.S. based organization
investigating and seeking to promote human rights worldwide. HRW is known for
its impartial and reliable human rights reporting and high profile advocacy
campaigns. It offers internships in its regional divisions (geographically
based) as well as its thematic divisions (Arms Control, Children's Rights, and
Women's Rights).
Internship Description: Human Rights Watch offers academic internships for both
undergraduate and graduate students in the New York, London, Los Angeles,
Washington, DC, Brussels and Berlin offices in most of its Regional and Thematic
divisions, its Special Initiative programs, and its Organizational Support
department. Students should check their website for specific descriptions and
opportunities.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Semester prior
Spring: Semester prior
Summer: Semester prior
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: References-email to to lombara@hrw.org.
IFES
Contact Person: Ms. Michelle Boling
Title: Recruiter
Organization: IFES
Address: 1101 15th Street, NW
3rd Floor
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 101-350-6700
Fax:
Website: www.ifes.org
Organization Description: The IFES is a non-profit NGO providing technical
assistance to emerging democracies around the world.
Internship Description: Interns work both in program areas (particular
countries) and in administration such as finance, development, public affairs
and media relations.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other: International Relations
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Apply on line
Inter-American Dialogue
Contact Person: Ms. Yesenia Rivas
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Inter-American Dialogue
Address: 1211 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 510
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-822-9002
Fax: 202-822-9553
Website: www.thedialogue.org
Organization Description: The dialogue is a forum for sustained exchange among
leaders of the Western Hemisphere and an independent, nonpartisan center for
policy analysis on economic and political relations in the Americas. It is
engaged in an ambitious effort to improve the quality of debate and decision
making on U.S.-Latin American relations and to promote new opportunities for
hemispheric, social and economic cooperation.
Internship Description: Interns assist the president, associates and staff by
researching and writing on current issues affecting U.S-Latin American
relations. Program areas include: democracy and human rights, multilateral
governance; trade and economic relations, women leaders and education reform.
Email applications to internships@thedialoge.org
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Administrative duties
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 31
Spring: November
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Letter of reference-email to internships@thedialogue.org
International
Business-Government Counsellors, Inc. (IBC)
Contact Person: Ms. Mary Fromyer
Title: Intern Supervisor
Organization: International Business-Government Counsellors, Inc. (IBC)
Address: 818 Connecticut Avenue, NW
12th Floor
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-872-8181
Fax: 202-872-8696
Website: www.ibgc.com
Organization Description: IBC is an international government relations firm that
assists companies in international government Relations activities affecting
their global operations. IBC's Clients include major international companies
based in the US., Asia and Europe.
Internship Description: Each semester IBC looks for two or three bright highly
motivated students from around the country for their internship program. Intern
responsibilities vary but include attending and summarizing congressional
hearings and press conferences, performing research, composing articles for
trade publications, monitoring political and economic developments in various
regions and issues. Some administrative work may be required.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Ongoing
Spring: Ongoing
Summer: Ongoing
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other:
International Center for Research on Women
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: International Center for Research on Women
Address: 1120 20th St. N.W.
Suite 500 North
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-797-0007
Fax:
Website: www.icrw.org
Organization Description: The International Center for Research on Women (ICRW)
is a nonprofit organization that seeks to improve the lives of women in poverty,
advance gender equity through cutting edge research and policy advocacy to fight
poverty in the developing world. ICRW works with partners around the globe.
Internship Description: Internship Program is for undergraduate and graduate
students with extensive experience in the social sciences, particularly in areas
concerning gender, human rights and development. The 10-12 week paid internship
is at ICRW's Washington, D.C., office. The internship program provides for two
positions-a program intern and an intern for the office of the president.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Data analysis, program evaluation
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: Spring: Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March 1
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
International Crisis Group
Contact Person:
Title: Human Resources Director
Organization: International Crisis Group
Address: 1629 K Street NW, Suite 450
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-785-1601
Fax:
Website: www.crisisweb.org
Organization Description: The International Crisis Group is a private,
multinational organization committed to strengthening the capacity of the
international community to understand and respond to impending crisis.
Internship Description: Crisis Group Washington internships are aimed at current
undergraduates and recent graduates/post graduates and last approximately 3-6
months. The Washington office attempts to cater its internship program to the
particular interests of the applicants. Interns work in Media, Africa Programs,
Middle East, General Advocacy and IT. Internships are also available in their
New York and Brussels offices. See website for more details.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $10/day
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application on website.
International Justice Mission
Contact Person: Jin Chung
Title: Internship and Fellows Program
Organization: International Justice Mission
Address: PO Box 58147
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 703-465-5495
Fax:
Website: www.ijm.org
Organization Description: IJM is an international human rights organization that
partners with governments in the developing world to offer free legal services
for the poor.
Internship Description: IJM offers internships and fellowships for college
students, recent graduates, graduate students, and professionals at the
Washington, DC headquarters and international field offices. Interns in the DC
office work with the Communications, Constituent Relations, Education,
Investigations Government Affairs and Legal departments.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: All majors welcome
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume:
Cover letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: See website for detailed instructions.
International Rescue Committee
Contact Person: Ms, Chelsea Kinsman
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: International Rescue Committee
Address: 1730 M Street, NW-Suite 505
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-822-0166
Fax:
Website: www.thirc.org
Organization Description: The International Rescue Committee works with refugees
and other vulnerable people in 25 conflict counties around the world. They also
seek to resettle refugees in the US and advocate for humanitarian and refugee
issues.
Internship Description: Interns in the Washington, DC office assist with
advocacy and government relations, attend meetings, write policy papers and
perform research on policy issues.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 15
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Transportation Stipend
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
International Women's Democracy Center
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: International Women's Democracy Center
Address: 1730 Rhode Island Ave. NW
Suite 715
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-530-0563
Fax:
Website: www.iwdc.org
Organization Description: The International Women's Democracy Center is
dedicated to emboldening and training women leaders in the U.S. and abroad.
Internship Description: The Center regularly hires interns in three areas,
Development, Events and Communications.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Event Planning
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 20
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Kennan Institute for Advanced Russian Studies
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
Contact Person: Ms. Edita Kyunkaityle
Title: Program Associate
Organization: Kennan Institute for Advanced Russian Studies
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
Address: One Woodrow Wilson Plaza
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004-3027
Phone: 202-691-4235
Fax: 202-691-4247
Website: www.wilsoncenter.org
Organization Description: The Kennan Institute is a think tank devoted to
studying Russia and the former Soviet republics and their relations with the
rest of the world.
Internship Description: Each Research assistant works directly with a scholar in
residence at the Institute on that scholar's research project for a period of 3
to 8 months. Applicants must have a good command of the Russian language, good
organizational skills and be able to conduct independent research. Schedules are
flexible and students should be able to work at least 15 hours per week.
Students also attend seminars sponsored by the Institute.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $1500 semester
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Latin America Working Group
Contact Person: Mr. Paulo Gusmao
Title: Program Assistant/Intern Coordinator
Organization: Latin America Working Group
Address: 424 C Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
Phone: 202-546-7010
Fax:
Website: www.lawg.org
Organization Description: The Latin America Working Group is a coalition of over
65 religious, human rights, grassroots, policy and development organizations
that works to influence U.S. policy towards Latin America to promote peace,
justice and sustainable development.
Internship Description: Interns work closely with the staff researching and
writing on current policy issues and monitoring activities in Congress.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 20
Spring: November 11
Summer: March 20
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
National Council for International Visitors
Contact Person: Ms. Deborah Whang
Title: Program Associate
Organization: National Council for International Visitors
Address: 1420 K Street, NW
Suite 800
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-842-1414
Fax:
Website: www.nciv.org
Organization Description: The National Council for International Visitors is a
nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote excellence in citizen
diplomacy. It is a professional organization representing a nationwide network
of independent organizations that implement citizen exchange programs.
Internship Description: NCIV offers 2 internship positions per semester.
Positions can be full or part-time. Specific student duties vary depending on
individual interests.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Event Planning
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: November
Summer: March
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: 1500 semester
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: References
National Foreign Trade Council
Contact Person: Mr. William Reinsch
Title: President
Organization: National Foreign Trade Council
Address: 1625 K Street, NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-8870278
Fax: 2920452-8160
Website: www.nftc.org
Organization Description: The National Foreign Trade Council is a trade
association representing large multinational corporations on tax and foreign
trade policy.
Internship Description: The Council accepts one or two full time interns during
summer for 10 weeks, A stipend of $2500 is available for summer only.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: March 1
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $2500 summer only
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Nonviolence International
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Nonviolence International
Address: 4000 Albemarle St. #500, NW
Washington, DC 20016
Phone: 202 244 0951
Fax:
Website: www.nonviolenceinternational.net
Organization Description: Nonviolence International is a decentralized network
of resource centers that promote nonviolence and dispute resolution.
Internship Description: Interns become involved in the nonviolent action area
and gain experience in the operation of and work of an NGO.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript: X
Other:
One World.Net
Contact Person: Ms. Heid Bucheidter
Title: Outreach and Operations Manager
Organization: One World.Net
Address: 3201 New Mexico Avenue, NW
Suite 355
Washington, DC 20016
Phone: 202-885-2082
Fax:
Website: www.oneworld.net
Organization Description: One World is a global network of nonprofits working in
sustainable development and human rights. They connect NGO's and individuals and
provide new and contractual analysis on global issues from the nonprofit
perspective.
Internship Description: One world.net's internship program is based in 3 main
areas: Editorial, Partnership and Outreach/Marketing. Interns are part of vital
projects and the program develops a variety of skills and the ability to work
independently.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Marketing
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Peace Brigades International
Contact Person: Ms. Kaitlin Reed
Title: Interim Director
Organization: Peace Brigades International
Address: 1326 9th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-232-0142
Fax: 202-232-9143
Website: www.peacebrigades.org
Organization Description: PBI's peace teams provide protective accompaniment for
local activists who are persecuted because of their nonviolent activism. The
individuals who volunteer to support these threatened activists and community
organizers are internationals who come from all walks of life and share Peace
Brigades' commitment to nonviolent, nonpartisan strategies for peacemaking.
Internship Description: PBI is looking for interns to serve in their downtown
Washington office. Qualified interns will have a great opportunity to gain
valuable hands-on experience while supporting the international struggle for
human rights. All internships are unpaid and hours are flexible. Minimum
commitment of 20 hours per week or two full days is required.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Peace Studies, Finance
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: May 15
Spring: October 1
Summer: March 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Polish American Congress
Contact Person: Ms. Barbara Anderson
Title: Director of Internship Programs
Organization: Polish American Congress
Address: 1612 K Street, NW-Suite 410
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-296-6955
Fax:
Website: www.polamcon.org
Organization Description: The Polish American Congress is a non-profit umbrella
organization and serves an advocacy role for the benefit of Americans of Polish
descent.
Internship Description: Full or part-time internships are available during the
academic year. Interns work full time in the summer. Interns experience all
aspects of the office including legislation, research, and office
administration.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 15
Spring: December 15
Summer: April 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Rugmark - USA
Contact Person: Biko Niagara
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Rugmark - USA
Address: 2001 S Street NW
Suite 430
Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-234-9050
Fax: 202-347-4885
Website: www.rugmark.org
Organization Description: RUGMARK, a nonprofit, child labor-rights organization
is working to eradicate child labor and supports education programs for former
child workers. With locations in Germany, India, Nepal, Pakistan, England, and
the US, RUGMARK recruits carpet producers and importers to make or sell carpets
that are free of child labor, and encourages producers to employ adults at the
legal minimum wage instead. By agreeing to adhere to strict guidelines
producer’s receive the right to put the RUGMARK label on their carpets. The
label is the best assurance that the carpet was not made by children.
Internship Description: Interns assist with research, public relations and
marketing, and administrative tasks. A minimum of 30 hours per week is required
to actively engage carpet importers in the RUGMARK program. Interested
applicants must have knowledge of word processing programs.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 15
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 30
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: References
SHARE Foundation
Contact Person: Ms. Tara Carr-Lernke
Title: Washington Office Director
Organization: SHARE Foundation
Address: 415 Michigan Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20017
Phone: 202-319-5542
Fax:
Website: www.share-elsalvador.org
Organization Description: SHARE is an international NGO that supports poor
communities as they work for economic justice, democracy and sustainable
development in El Salvador.
Internship Description: Share's Interns research human rights and development
issues, attend and report on coalition meetings, support Share's advocacy
efforts directed at Congress and government agencies assist with administrative
tasks.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Grassroots organizing
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: November 20
Summer: April 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: references Send to elinor@share-elsalvador.org
Search for Common Ground
Contact Person:
Title: International Human Resources Officer
Organization: Search for Common Ground
Address: 1601 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20009
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.sfcg.org
Organization Description: Founded in 1982, Search for Common Ground works to
transform the way the world deals with conflict. They encourage parties to
understand differences and act on commonalities.
Internship Description: Search for Common Ground has 17 field programs on four
continents. The two headquarters offices (Brussels and Washington) provide
logistics, fundraising and policy support. Interns assist with these functions
in the Washington Office. See website for specific positions and application.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $10.00 day
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application on line
The Advocacy Project
Contact Person: Ms. Amy Burrows
Title: Fellowship Manager
Organization: The Advocacy Project
Address: 1326 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-332-3900
Fax:
Website: www.advocacynet.org
Organization Description: The Advocacy Project is a non-profit organization
founded in 1978 to serve the needs of civil society-particularly advocates for
peace and human rights. They give special attention to helping NGO's become
self-sufficient in the use of information and communications technology.
Internship Description: AP offers a summer program "Fellows for Peace" that
offers graduate students the chance to spend their summer working for a partner
organization in the field. Opportunities exist for fellows in Latin America,
Eastern Europe, the Middle East and South Asia.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: Spring: Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: email to aburrows@advocacynet.org
The Brookings Institution
Contact Person: Ms. Megha Pokharel
Title: Affiliate Program Coordinator
Organization: The Brookings Institution
Address: 1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-797-6000
Fax: 202-797-2479
Website: www.brookings.edu
Organization Description: The Brookings Institution is a non-profit public
policy organization based in Washington, DC. Their mission is to conduct high
quality research and based on that research provide innovative, practical
recommendations that: strengthen American democracy, foster economic and social
security and opportunity for all Americans, secure a more open, safe prosperous
and cooperative international system.
Internship Description: Interns have the opportunity to work at one of America's
oldest and most relevant think tanks. Interns perform research that has real
impact on public policy.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
The Henry L. Stimson Center
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: The Henry L. Stimson Center
Address: 1111 19th Street, NW
Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20036
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.stimson.org
Organization Description: Founded in 1989, the Henry L. Stimson Center is a
nonprofit, nonpartisan institution devoted to enhancing international peace and
security through a unique combination of rigorous analysis and outreach. The
Centers work is focused on three priorities; strengthening institutions for
international peace and security: building regional security; and reducing
weapons of mass destruction. The Center's approach is geared to providing policy
alternatives, solving problems and overcoming obstacles to a more peaceful and
secure world.
Internship Description: The Stimson Center seeks interns for a professional and
educational experience in discovering the way in which non-profit organizations
can contribute to the understanding of issues in international and homeland
security. Expectation for interns are high. In return, interns can expect a
challenging environment that will prepare them for full time employment in a
professional setting.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Project administration
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August1
Spring: November
Summer: April
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: 1,000-2,000
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Application on web site www.stimson.org
The International Center/New
Forests Project
Contact Person: Mr. Erick Toledo
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: The International Center/New Forests Project
Address: 1025 Vermont Avenue, NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-258-5817
Fax:
Website: www.newforestsproject.com
Organization Description: Founded in 1977 The International Center is a
non-profit organization dedicated to informing the press, Congress,
U.S.-government officials, non-governmental organizations and the public on the
impact of American foreign policy.
Internship Description: Interns work in several areas including The New Forest
Project and the US-Vietnam Trade Council.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: June 30
Spring: November1
Summer: March 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
U. S. Department of State
Contact Person: Ms. Allison Wood
Title: Office of Student Programs
Organization: U. S. Department of State
Address: HR/Ree/REC
2401 E Street, NW, H-518
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 202-261-8854
Fax: 202-736-7508
Website: www.careers.state.gov
Organization Description: As the lead U.S. foreign affairs agency, the
Department of State helps to shape a freer, more secure, and more prosperous
world through formulating, representing, and implementing the President's
foreign policy.
Internship Description: The Department manages several student employment
programs for students to get experience in a foreign affairs environment through
first-hand knowledge. Some of our students work in Washington, D.C., and others
have the opportunity to work at an embassy overseas. Positions are both paid and
unpaid and many are available during spring, summer or fall.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: March
Spring: July
Summer: November
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Varies
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript: X
Other: Download application from web site-3 copies are required
U.S. Agency for
International Development
Contact Person: Ms. Sonya Johnson
Title: Administrative Officer
Organization: U.S. Agency for International Development
Address: Office of General Counsel
Room 6.6-74 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20523-6601
Phone: 202-712-4718
Fax: 202-216-3058
Website:
Organization Description: The U. S. Agency of International Development is
responsible for administering the U.S. government's foreign aid programs. The
Office of General Counsel provides legal advice and guidance for all the
agency's operations worldwide.
Internship Description: Students work with an Assistant General Counsel and
other lawyers within a particular division of the General Counsel's Office. The
work assigned interns in these divisions consists primarily of legal research,
the writing of memoranda and the drafting and review of documents. Legal interns
are regularly included in weekly meetings of the entire legal staff during which
current issues relating to AID's programs are discussed.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: May 1
Spring: September 1
Summer: January 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript: X
Other:
U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom
Contact Person: Ms. Tiffany Lynch
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom
Address: 800 North Capitol Street, NW
Suite 790
Washington, DC 20002
Phone: 202-523-3240
Fax: 212-523-5020
Website: www.uscirf.gov
Organization Description: The Commission was created by the International
Religious Freedom Act of 1998 to monitor the status of freedom of thought,
conscience and religion or belief abroad and to give independent policy
recommendations to the President, Secretary of State and Congress.
Internship Description: Internships are available in the Policy, Communications,
Government Affairs, Policy, Immigration Law and Outreach Departments. Duties
vary but include research, writing, attending Congressional hearings and some
administrative work.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: March
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: References
U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce
Contact Person: Mr. Gerardo Fures
Title: Director of Communications
Organization: U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce
Address: 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Suite G-0003
Washington, DC 20004-3021
Phone: 202-312-1520
Fax: 202-312-1530
Website: www.usmcoc.org
Organization Description: The U.S. Mexico Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit,
non-governmental organization that works with both Mexican and American
companies to facilitate bilateral trade and investment.
Internship Description: Interns assist the Chamber's Research Department by
responding to general inquires seeking information to conduct business between
the U.S. and Mexico. Interns also assist in providing data about the social,
economic and political aspects of the ongoing U.S. Mexico relationship. Interns
may be involved with editing, publication and distribution of the Chamber's
printed and on line publications.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
UCSJ-Union of Councils for Jews in the Former Soviet Union
Contact Person: Ms. Sarah Brown
Title: Office Manager
Organization: UCSJ-Union of Councils for Jews in the Former Soviet Union
Address: PO Box 11676
Cleveland Park
Washington, DC 200008
Phone: 202-237-8262
Fax: 202-237-2236
Website: www.fsumonitor.com
Organization Description: The Union of Councils for Jew in the Former Soviet
Union is the largest independent grassroots organization advocating for Jews and
human rights in the former Soviet Union. By monitoring and advocating the causes
of the persecuted Jewish minority UCSJ's activities also promote human rights
and security for all living in the former Soviet Union.
Internship Description: For all internship positions Russian language skills are
desirable but not required. Interns work in three program areas: International
Assistance: Anti-Semitism Research and Fundraising. Intern projects include
research and writing, translating documents, drafting press releases, and
attending Congressional hearings.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
US For United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Supervisor
Organization: US For United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Address: 1775 K Street NW
Suite 290
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-296-1115
Fax: 202-296-1081
Website: www.unrefugees.org
Organization Description: Established by concerned American citizens, USA for UNHCR, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, builds support in the United States
for the humanitarian work of the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR). Their mission is to
inform Americans about the plight of refugees and advocate for their protection.
Internship Description: Interns with USA for UNHCR will gain valuable experience
working with a non-governmental organization, while learning about the important
work of the UN Refugee Agency. Specifically, interns will assist with day-to-day
research, programmatic and administrative tasks. attend briefings by NGo's and
think tanks on refugee issues.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 9
Spring: October 15
Summer: March 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Recommendation.
Washington Institute for Near East Policy
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Washington Institute for Near East Policy
Address: 1828 L Street, NW
Suite 1050
Washington, DC 20008
Phone: 202-452-0650
Fax: 202-223-5264
Website: www.washingtoninstitute.org
Organization Description: The Washington Institute is a non-profit think tank
that focuses on the Middle East Peace Process and on other political issues of
importance to the region.
Internship Description: Interns are used in both substantive and administrative
capacities. They perform policy research and write articles for the Institute's
publications. They also assist with fund raising activities at the Institute.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other: Middle East Studies, History
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Varies
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: See website for specific positions and instructions.
Washington
International Trade Association
Contact Person: Mr. James Wilkinson
Title: Executive Director
Organization: Washington International Trade Association
Address: 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW-Suite 350
Washington, DC 20004
Phone: 202-312-1600
Fax: 202-312-1601
Website: www.wita.org
Organization Description: The Washington International Trade Association
provides a forum for robust and open dialogue on U.S. trade policy and related
issues.
Internship Description: Interns work in member relations, office administration,
event planning and implementation, internet marketing and leadership training.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Trade policy
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 31
Spring: November 30
Summer: March 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Witness for Peace
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Program
Organization: Witness for Peace
Address: 3628 12th Street NE, 1st floor
Washington, DC 20017
Phone: 202.547.6112
Fax: 202-588-1472
Website: www.witnessforpeace.org
Organization Description: Witness for Peace is a grassroots, independent,
non-profit human rights and economic justice organization. Their mission is to
change those United States foreign and economic policies that contribute to
poverty and oppression in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Internship Description: Candidates will be involved in many aspects of WFP's
operations, such as tracking legislation, writing analyses for action alerts and
newsletters, communicating with representatives of collegial organizations and
Congressional offices, and representing WFP in coalition meetings.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Event Planning
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $10 week
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Women Thrive Worldwide
Contact Person: Ms. Ruth Taylor Kidd
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Women Thrive Worldwide
Address: 1825 Connecticut Ave, NW-Suite 600
Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-884-8396
Fax:
Website: www.womenthrive.org
Organization Description: Women Thrive is a non-profit coalition that promotes
international economic policies supporting poor women worldwide in their actions
to end poverty in their lives, their communities and their nations.
Internship Description: Interns receive assignments that require a high level of
involvement and responsibility. Particular assignments vary throughout the year.
Interns work closely with program directors with research, writing, organizing
meetings with Congressional staff and attending special events.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 10
Spring: December 10
Summer: April 4
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
World Affairs Council of Washington DC
Contact Person: Mr. Mark Ferando
Title: Program Director
Organization: World Affairs Council of Washington DC
Address: 1726 M Street, NW-Suite 202
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-293-1051
Fax:
Website: www.worldaffairsdc.org
Organization Description: The World Affairs Council of DC is a non-profit,
non-partisan organization dedicated to expanding public knowledge of
international issues.
Internship Description: Interns help conduct and prepare for the Council's
public events including Town Hall Meetings, embassy events, book events and
panels on contemporary international issues.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Event Planning
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
World Security Institute Center for Defense Information
Contact Person: Ms. Suzanne Ostrofsky
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: World Security Institute Center for Defense Information
Address: 1779 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-797-5287
Fax:
Website: www.worldsecurityinstitute.org
Organization Description: The World Security Institute's Center for Defense
Information is a non-partisan, non-profit organization committed to independent
research on the social, economic, environmental, political and military
components of global security. To ensure the ability to provide objective
analysis, CDI accepts no government or defense industry funding. Its central aim
is to educate the public and inform policymakers about issues of security
policy.
Internship Description: Interns are an integral part of the success of CDI and
receive hands on experience in research, television and web production. Research
interns write articles for the Defense Monitor, CDI's regular print publication,
and may assist with research for television shows.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: October
Summer: March
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $1,000 month
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other: Two letters of recommendation
International Rescue Committee
Contact Person: Ms. Odyscea Kian
Title: Volunteer Coordinator
Organization: International Recue Committee
Address: 2500 NW 79th Avenue
Suite 270
Doral, FL 33122
Phone: 305-640-9881
Fax:
Website: www.theirc.org
Organization Description: Founded in 1933, the IRC is a world leader in relief,
rehabilitation, protection, post-conflict development, resettle services and
advocacy for those those uprooted or affected by violent conflict and
oppression.
Internship Description: Internships are offered in various departments including
case work, resoiurce development, employment and accounting.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Community Organizing
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: November
Summer: March
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Refugee Family Services
Contact Person: Ms. Julie Goldberg
Title: Volunteer Coordinator
Organization: Refugee Family Services
Address: 5561-H Family Services
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Phone: 404-299-6217
Fax:
Website: www.refugeefamilyservices.org
Organization Description: Refugee Family Services supports the efforts of
refugee/immigrant women and children to achieve self-sufficiency through
education and economic opportunities.
Internship Description: Internship opportunities are available in the areas of
marketing, education, administration, mentoring and youth education, curriculum
development, social work, and research.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Tutoring, teaching, PR, Research and development, ESL,
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other: Marketing, PR, Social Work, Education
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Application on website
Southern Center for International Studies
Contact Person: Ms. Bozena Radwanska-Zayac.
Title: Director, Research Library
Organization: Southern Center for International Studies
Address: 320 West Paces Ferry Road
Atlanta, GA 30305
Phone: 404-261-5763
Fax: 404-262-0849
Website: www.southerncenter.org
Organization Description: The primary mission of the Southern Center for
International Studies is to internationalize the thinking of the American
public. SCIS accomplishes this mission by publishing multimedia educational
materials on specific regions of the world; conducting conferences; briefings,
seminars with international experts and world leaders; providing information
packages on countries, and current political and economic issues.
Internship Description: Interns work in the Center's research library where they
conduct research to support the Center's various programs. Examples of duties
include tracking international issues on a daily basis, providing research
support for the development of the Center's multimedia educational materials and
televised conferences and preparing briefing books for the Center's upcoming
programs.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Varies
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other:
The Carter Center
Contact Person: Ms. Lauren Kent-Delany
Title: Director, Educational Programs
Organization: The Carter Center
Address: One Copenhill
Educational Programs
Atlanta, GA 30307
Phone: 404-420-5179
Fax: 404-420-5196
Website: www.cartercenter.org
Organization Description: The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental
commitment to human rights, and the alleviation of human suffering. It wages
peace by bringing warring parties to the negotiating table, safeguarding human
rights and monitoring elections. It works to fight disease, increase crop
production and promote preventative health care abroad.
Internship Description: Opportunities exist for juniors, seniors and recent
graduates and graduate and professional students who are interested in
contemporary international issues. Interns must work at least 20 hours per week
for 15 weeks. The Center hosts approximately 115 students per year.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Foreign language skills helpful
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: June 15
Spring: October 15
Summer: March 1
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Graduate students only
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other: Application form and essay-See website
Pacific and Asian Affairs Council
Contact Person: Mr. Richard Kryalar
Title: Administrative Assistant
Organization: Pacific and Asian Affairs Council
Address: 1601 East west Road-4th Floor
Honolulu, HI 96048
Phone: 808-944-7780
Fax:
Website: www.paachawaii.org
Organization Description: The Council seeks to educate the public about issues
in the Asia-Pacific Region.
Internship Description: Interns assist with college and school programs and with
programs for international visitors. Internships are unpaid
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Special Events
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Intended start/end dates
Heartland Alliance
Contact Person: Ms Cherrell Jackson
Title: Community Relations Coordinator
Organization: Heartland Alliance
Address: 208 S. LaSalle Street
Suite 1818
Chicago, IL 60604
Phone: 312-660-1310
Fax: 312-660-1500
Website: www.heartlandalliance.org
Organization Description: Heartland Alliance is an anti-poverty, human rights
organization that provides housing, health care, human services and human rights
programming to Chicagoans. It conducts research and provides leadership to
facilitate long-term policy changes.
Internship Description: With over 60 programs at Heartland Alliance there are
numerous opportunities for student internships. Internships are designed on a
one on one basis to fit both the student's and organizations needs. Typically,
interns work in the areas of policy or legal research, writing for publications
or fund raising.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Depends on program
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other:
Heartland International
Contact Person: Ms. Karen Egerer
Title: President
Organization: Heartland International
Address: 226 S. Wabash
Suite 500
Chcago, IL 60604
Phone: 312-583-9430
Fax:
Website: www.heartlandinternational.org
Organization Description: Heartland International designs, manages and
implements international educational training programs focusing on democracy and
free enterprise issues.
Internship Description: Interns provide programmatic assistance to full time
staff, conduct research on issues and regions and assist with participant
logistics.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Program management
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
American Anti-Slavery Group
Contact Person: Ms. Sarah Sahn
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: American Anti-Slavery Group
Address: 198 Tremont Street
Suite 421
Boston, MA 02216
Phone: 617-426-8161
Fax: 270-964-2716
Website: www.iAbolish.org
Organization Description: AASG is the only American human rights group solely
dedicated to fighting modern day slavery around the world.
Internship Description: Interns do research, media outreach, campus and
community organizing, fundraising, and web design. Specific internship positions
are listed on their website and students can apply on line.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Email to sarah.sahn@iabolish.org
Cultural Survival
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Program Officer
Organization: Cultural Survival
Address: 215 Prospect Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: 617-441-5400
Fax:
Website: www.cs.org
Organization Description: Cultural Survival is a non-profit organization that
promotes the rights, voices and visions of indigenous peoples.
Internship Description: Cultural Survival's internship programs are an integral
component to the organization. Interns are involved in all areas but are focused
on Research and Publications, Fundraising and Events or the Guatemala Radio
Project. For more information email internship@cs.org
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
World Boston
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: World Boston
Address: 89 South Street, Suite 203
Boston, MA 02111
Phone: 617-542-8995
Fax: 617-423-7918
Website: www.worldboston.org .
Organization Description: WorldBoston is a private, non-profit, non-partisan
forum for educating the public about matters of international significance. They
do this by an ongoing series of distinguished speakers and by bringing to Boston
emerging leaders from around the world.
Internship Description: Interns work with both the World Affairs speakers
program and the emerging leaders program. Interns research potential speakers,
are actively involved in inviting speaker, perform marketing of events, and
arrange programs for visiting international professionals.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Event Coordination
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: November
Summer: April
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Letter of recommendation
World Jurist Association
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Program
Organization: World Jurist Association
Address: 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite #1440
Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: 202-466-5420
Fax: 202-452-8540
Website: www.worldjurist.org
Organization Description: “A world ruled by law, not force." This has been the
primary goal of the World Jurist Association (WJA) since its founding in 1963.
The WJA was formed in response to an international outcry for a free and open
forum where judges, lawyers, law professors and others from around the world
could work cooperatively to raise public support for the institutions that
govern and enforce the administration of international law.
Internship Description: Interns help plan and organize upcoming conferences and
seminars, research/edit a compilation of the constitutions of the various
countries of the world, write and edit a bi-monthly newsletter and a quarterly
law journal. The topics include human rights, technology and law, international
arbitration and mediation, international commercial law, and legal education.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 1
Spring: November 1
Summer: March 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Resource Center of the Americas
Contact Person: Ms. Merideth Sommers
Title: Director
Organization: Resource Center of the Americas
Address: 3019 Minnehaha Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Phone: 612-276-0788
Fax: 612-276-0898
Website: www.americas.org
Organization Description: The Resource Center of the Americas informs, educates,
and organizes to promote human rights, democratic principles, economic justice
and cross-cultural understanding in the context of globalization in the
Americas.
Internship Description: The Resource Center offers internships and work study
opportunities in community education, curricula development and training,
magazine reporting, immigration and global economy research, database
management, development, web design and other areas.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Immigration, Community Education
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July
Spring: December
Summer: May
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
The Advocates for Human Rights
Contact Person:
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: The Advocates for Human Rights
Address: 650 3rd Ave S, #550
Minneapolis, MN 55402-1940
Phone: 612 341-3302
Fax: 612-341-2971
Website: www.theadvocatesforhumanrights.org
Organization Description: The Advocates for Human Rights is a non-profit
organization dedicated to promoting and protecting human rights locally,
nationally, and internationally..
Internship Description: Interns play an integral role by assisting with
activities such as research, writing, client service, translation or event
planning as well as administrative tasks in their projects and programs Interns
must work at least 10 hours per week and are assigned to one of their program
areas. (women's rights, immigration, death penalty or education).
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: March 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Application form on website
Center for Global Security and Democracy
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Center for Global Security and Democracy
Address: Rutgers University-Hickman Hall
89 George Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08904
Phone: 732-932-3677
Fax:
Website: www.cgsd.rutgers.edu
Organization Description: The Center for Global Security and Democracy engages
faculty, students, scholars activists, and members of the community in a common
effort to build a more secure and democratic world. Current efforts focus on
efforts to create the internet infrastructure to allow a multi-lingual internet
portal for human rights advocates.
Internship Description: Internship projects are tailored to the student's
interests as well as the Center's needs. Sample internship descriptions are
available on the Center's website. Academic year interns are limited to Rutgers
students, summer internships are available to students from other institutions.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Marketing, community outreach, web development, editing
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other: Communications, library science
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript: X
Other:
AIDS Free Africa
Contact Person: Dr. Rolande Hodel
Title: President
Organization: AIDS Free Africa
Address: 125 South Highland Avenue
Suite 3-B1
Ossining, NY 10562
Phone: 914-923-2073
Fax:
Website: www.aidsfreeafrica.org
Organization Description: Aids Free Africa seeks to empower local professionals
to produce essential and generic anti-retroviral drug and providing training,
capital and equipment. They also work with micro-financing of women-run projects
and teaching computer skills in schools in Africa.
Internship Description: Students may go to Cameroon to assist staff in field
work or may help in New York with events, publicity and fundraising. Students
have the opportunity to contribute and implement their own ideas. Students
interested in going to Africa must pay their own medical and travel expenses.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: volunteering in Africa
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Statement why the student wants to intern. and what they want to
accomplish.
Council on Foreign Relations
Contact Person:
Title: Human Resource Office
Organization: Council on Foreign Relations
Address: 58 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10065
Phone:
Fax: 212-434-9893
Website: www.cfr.org
Organization Description: The Council on Foreign Relations is a non-profit and
nonpartisan membership organization and center for scholars dedicated to
producing and disseminating ideas so that policymakers, journalists, students
and interested citizens can better understand the world and the foreign policy
choices facing the United States and other governments.
Internship Description: The Council's Internship Program offers an exceptional
opportunity for talented individuals who are considering a career in
international relations. An intern's duties generally consist of administrative
work, editing and writing, and coordination of events. Interns will have the
chance to interact with experts, scholars, government officials, corporate
executives, and young, upcoming leaders. Internships are available both in the
New York headquarters and the Council's Washington, DC office. Intern must work
16 hours per week.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Specific Information on website.
Doctors of the World
Contact Person: Ms. Jean Lee
Title: Human Resources Manager
Organization: Doctors of the World
Address: 80 Maiden Lane
6th Floor
New York, NY 10012
Phone: 212-584-4860
Fax: 212-226-7026
Website: www.dowusa.org
Organization Description: Doctors of the World is an international domestic
health and human rights organization focusing on long term health crises such as
AIDS, TB, women's issues and immigration.
Internship Description: Interns work in the organization's Human Rights Clinic
with lawyers and doctors to set examinations for victims of torture seeking
asylum in the U.S. Other international programs also accept interns. For a full
description of program areas see their website.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other: Community Organizing
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Public Health, Social Work, Public Administration
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $10 day
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
East Timor and Indonesia Action Network
Contact Person: Mr. John Miller
Title: National Coordinator
Organization: East Timor and Indonesia Action Network
Address: PO Box 21873
Brooklyn, NY 11201-1873
Phone: 718-596-7668
Fax:
Website: www.etan.org
Organization Description: The East Timor and Indonesia Action Network-US is a US
based grassroots organization working in solidarity with the peoples of East
Timor and Indonesia. ETAN educates, organizes and advocates for human rights,
women's rights, societal and economic justice, democracy and self-determination
for East Timor. ETAN works for justice for historic and on-going crimes against
humanity, war crimes and human rights violations in East Timor and Indonesia.
Internship Description: Internships are offered in their Brooklyn, NY office.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Organizing
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Family Care International
Contact Person: Hero Doucas
Title: Human Resources Manager
Organization: Family Care International
Address: 588 Browadway
New York, NY 10012
Phone: 212-914-5300
Fax:
Website: www.familycareinternational.org
Organization Description: FCI is dedicated to improving women's sexual and
reproductive health and rights in developing countries, with a special emphasis
on making pregnancy and childbirth safe.
Internship Description: Under the supervision of experienced professionals
interns work on current, relevant international health women's issues. Students
should have strong computer skills and language proficiency.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Health research
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Foreign Policy Association
Contact Person:
Title: Program Manager
Organization: Foreign Policy Association
Address: 470 Park Avenue South
Second Floor
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-481-8100
Fax: 212-481-9275
Website: www.fpa.org
Organization Description: The Foreign Policy Association's mission is to educate
the public about foreign policy and international issues. Since 1918, FPA has
produced publications, events and programs that reflect the organization's,
nonpartisan, non-governmental stance. FPA continues this tradition today through
the Great Decisions Program, annual conferences and its website.
Internship Description: FPA offers internships in several departments. These
include the editorial department, events department, public affairs department,
programming department and sales department.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Event Planning
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: February 1
Summer: April 30
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Freedom House
Contact Person: Ms. Katrina Neubauer
Title: Office Manager
Organization: Freedom House
Address: 120 Wall Street
Floor 26
New York, NY 10005
Phone: 212-514-8040
Fax: 212-514-8055
Website: www.freedomhouse.org
Organization Description: Freedom House is an international non-profit
organization promoting democracy and economic freedom around the world.
Internship Description: Interns provide research and administrative support and
write for Freedom House's publications.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Global Action to End War
Contact Person: Ms. Kavutha Sutharthirraj
Title: Coordinator
Organization: Global Action to End War
Address: 675 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-818-1857
Fax:
Website: www.globalactionpw.org
Organization Description: Global Action to prevent War is an emerging
transnational network dedicated to practical measures for reducing global levels
of conflict and removing the institutional barriers to ending armed violence and
sever human rights violations.
Internship Description: Internship positions and needs vary depending on current
program priorities and projects. Contact the organization to determine open
positions.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Global Justice Center
Contact Person:
Title: Human Resources
Organization: Global Justice Center
Address: 25 East 21st Street, 10th Floor
New York, NY 10010
Phone: 212-725-6530
Fax:
Website: www.globaljusticecenter.net
Organization Description: The Global Justice Center seeks to advance justice and
the rule of law globally by promoting the use of international legal rights to
ensure women's equality in political and legal arenas.
Internship Description: Internships are available for undergraduates and law
students. Both, however, are involved in every aspect of the organization's
projects (currently in Burma and Iraq). The internship is an exciting
opportunity for anyone interested in human rights and international law and
international affairs.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Women's Studies
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: References-Email to
humanresources@globaljusticecenter.net
Human Rights
Watch
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Human Rights Watch
Address: 350 Fifth Avenue
34th Floor
New York, NY 10118-3299
Phone: 212-290-4700
Fax: 212-736-1300
Website: www.hrw.org
Organization Description: Since its founding in 1978, Human Rights Watch has
grown to be the largest and most influential U.S. based organization
investigating and seeking to promote human rights worldwide. HRW is known for
its impartial and reliable human rights reporting and high profile advocacy
campaigns.
Internship Description: Graduate interns monitor human rights developments in
various countries, draft reports on human rights conditions and engage in
advocacy efforts aided at curtailing human rights violations. Undergraduates may
be engaged in research, drafting documents, translating and helping researchers
prepare for missions. Some administrative duties are required.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Semester prior
Spring: Semester prior
Summer: Semester prior
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Contact information for 2 references
Human Rights in China
Contact Person: Ms. Carol Wang
Title: Internship and Volunteer Coordinator
Organization: Human Rights in China
Address: 350 Fifth Avenue
Suite 3311
New York, NY 10118
Phone: 212-239-4495
Fax: 212-239-2561
Website: www.hrichina.org
Organization Description: Human Rights in China is an international
non-governmental organization that does monitoring, advocates and educates on
human rights in China.
Internship Description: Depending on the skills, experience and education level
interns assist in research, writing and editing for their publications or
perform general office duties. For more details see their website
www.hrichna.org
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: September 1
Spring: December 12
Summer: March 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
International Center for Transitional Justice
Contact Person: Ms. Nadia Selim
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: International Center for Transitional Justice
Address: 5 Hanover Square
New York, NY 10004
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.ictj.org
Organization Description: International Center for Transitional Justice is an
international human rights organization that assists countries pursuing
accountability for past mass human rights abuses through building local capacity
in these countries.
Internship Description: The program gives students with a full-time professional
experience that demonstrates the nature of substantive work within the
organization, and applies in some way the theories and concepts of transitional
justice . Internships are also available in their Brussels and Geneva Offices.
See website for more information.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: March 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: Email to internships@ictj.org.
International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights
Commission
Contact Person: Mr.
Title: Internship Program Assistant
Organization: International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission
Address: 80 Maiden Lane=Suite 1505
New York, NY 10118
Phone: 212-216-1814
Fax: 212-216-1876
Website: www.iglhrc.org
Organization Description: IGLHRC 's mission is to protect and advance the human
rights of all people and communities subject to discrimination or abuse on the
basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status.
Internship Description: Interns have ongoing opportunities to contribute to
research projects such as the Asylum Project (supporting asylum claims based on
sexual orientation ) and also administrative projects such as developing library
resources on human rights and sexual minorities.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other: Media relations
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 31
Spring: January
Summer: April
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Two references. Email to iglhrc@iglhrc.org.
Lifebridge Foundation
Contact Person: Mr. Kevin Kraft
Title: Director of Operations
Organization: Lifebridge Foundation
Address: PO Box 327
High Falls, NY 12440
Phone: 845-338-6418
Fax:
Website: www.lifebridge.org
Organization Description: The mission of the foundation is to promote the
interconnectedness of all life and one humanity. It is associated with the
Department of Public Information of the United Nations and operates a retreat
center in the Hudson Valley of New York State.
Internship Description: Interns duties vary widely based on the applicants
interests and skills. Duties may include administrative support, internet
marketing research, and planning and assisting with special events.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Non-profit management
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Environmental Science
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 15
Summer: April 15
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $50 per week
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: references
MADRE
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: MADRE
Address: 121 West 27th Street
Suite 301
New York, NY 10001
Phone: 212-627-0444
Fax: 212-675-3704
Website: www.madre.org
Organization Description: MADRE is an international women's human rights
organization that works in partnership with women's community based groups in
conflict areas worldwide.
Internship Description: MADRE interns work a minimum of 15 hours per week for
two months. Intern duties may include conducting research, outreach, event
planning, designing educational materials and some general administrative
assistance.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 1
Spring: November 1
Summer: March 15
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $10 day
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
National Committee on American Foreign Policy
Contact Person: Mr. David Manning
Title: Assistant to the Office Director
Organization: National Committee on American Foreign Policy
Address: 320 Park Avenue-8th Floor
New York, NY 10022
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.ncafp.org
Organization Description: The National Committee on American Foreign Policy is a
non-profit, independent foreign policy think tank to help shape U.S. foreign
policy within the framework of political realism. It seeks to identify and allay
the gravest challenges to U.S. and global security.
Internship Description: Interns must be undergraduate students and be able to
work a minimum of 10-12 hours per week. An interns time is divided between
research, conference and meeting planning and providing administrative support.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
National Labor Committee
Contact Person:
Title: Intern Coordinator
Organization: National Labor Committee
Address: 75 Varick St., Suite 1500
New York, NY 10013
Phone: 212-242-3002
Fax:
Website: www.nlcnet.org
Organization Description: The NLC is a non-profit human rights organization
focused on ending child labor and sweatshop working conditions. Their primary
work is geared to raising public awareness on the issue of worker rights, fair
wages and corporate accountability in the global economy.
Internship Description: Interns work in all aspects of major research, web and
campaign projects relating to international worker rights and global trade.
Specific duties vary and can be tailored to suit the needs and interests of the
student.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: November1
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
UNIFEM Internship Programme
Contact Person: Ms. Rena Frackt
Title: Chief-HR/Adminsitration
Organization: UNIFEM Internship Programme
Address: 304 East 45th Street-
15th Floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-906-6112
Fax: 212-906-6705
Website: www.unifem.undp.org
Organization Description: UNIFEM is the women's fund at the United Nations. It
provides financial and technical assistance to innovative programs and
strategies to foster women 's empowerment and gender equality. Placing the
advancement of women's human rights at the center of all its efforts, UNIFEM
focuses on four major areas: reducing feminized poverty; ending violence against
women; reversing the spread of AIDS/HIV among women and girls; and achieving
gender equality in democratic governance.
Internship Description: Interns backgrounds and interests are matched with the
needs of the organization. Some internships may also be available at regional
offices world wide. To contact these offices visit their web site.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Women's Studies
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: 3 months prior
Spring: 3 months prior
Summer: 3 months prior
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: See website for application and guidelines.
Ukranian Congress Committee
of America, Inc.
Contact Person: Ms. Liza Szonyi
Title: Assistant Director
Organization: Ukranian Congress Committee of America, Inc.
Address: 203 Second Avenue
3rd Floor
New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-228-6840
Fax: 212-254-4721
Website: www.ucca.org
Organization Description: Ukranian Congress Committee of America, Inc. is a
nonprofit community organization which works with the United States and Ukranian
governments to provide humanitarian aid, inform the general public, publish
bulletins, and conduct civil education in Ukraine.
Internship Description: UCCA offers an intern program for credit only. Students
focus on their special field of interest, but also participate in everyday
office responsibilities.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: September 1
Spring: March 1
Summer: July 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children
Contact Person: Ms. Mary Jane Escobar-Collins
Title: Officer of Board Relations and Operations
Organization: Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children
Address: 122 East 42nd Street
12th Floor
New York, NY 10168-1289
Phone: 212-551-3000
Fax: 212-551-3180
Website: www.womenscommission.org
Organization Description: The Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children
is an advocacy and expert resource organization that monitors the protection of
refugee women and children, It speaks out on issues of concern to displaced
people and provides opportunities for refugee women and youth to speak for
themselves. The Commission offers solutions, provides assistance and works with
governments, the UN and international NGOs to improve the lives of refugees.
Internship Description: Internships are geared to students skills and interests
and staff projects that are underway during the internship. Some administrative
work is required but will consist of documenting and developing relationships
with agencies in the field.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other: Reproductive Health, Women's Studies, Communications
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Women's Environment & Development Organization
Contact Person: Ms. Betsy Apple
Title: Deputy Director-Internship Coordinator
Organization: Women's Environment & Development Organization
Address: 355 Lexington Avenue, 3rd Floor
New York, NY 10017-6603
Phone: 212-973-0325
Fax: 212-973-0335
Website: www.wedo.org
Organization Description: WEDO is an international advocacy organization that
seeks to increase the power ofr women worldwide to achieve economic and social
justice, a healthy and peaceful planet, and human rights for all.
Internship Description: Internships are available supporting the organizations
work in the following program areas: Economic and Social Justice, Sustainable
Development, Gender Governance, and Administration and Finance (includes
fundraising). See their website for more information. Applications should be
submitted by email, fax or mail. No phone calls please.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other: International Advocacy
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Rolling
Spring: Rolling
Summer: Rolling
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: email to wedo@wedo.org
Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti
Contact Person: Mr. Brian Concannon, Jr
Title: Director
Organization: Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti
Address: PO Box 745
Joseph, OR 97846
Phone: 541-432-0597
Fax:
Website: www.ijdh.org
Organization Description: The Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti
accompanies Haiti's poor in their struggle for justice and autonomy through
lawsuits, human rights documentation and grassroots advocacy.
Internship Description: Internships are offered for law students during the
summer months. Some virtual internships are available for law students during
the school year.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other: Community Organizing
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: February 15
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Foreign Policy Research Institute
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Foriegn Policy Research Institute
Address: 1528 Walnut Street
Suite 610
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 213-732-3774
Fax:
Website: www.fpri.org
Organization Description: FPRI is an independent non-profit organization devoted
to scholarly research and public education on international affairs. Current
research focuses on American defense and national security issues, the future of
NATO, East Asia, particularly the role of China in the region, the transitions
to pluralism and free markets in the ex Soviet Bloc, South Asian energy and
environmental issues and emerging markets.
Internship Description: Internships are available throughout the year.
Internships are unpaid and students serve as research assistants, editorial
assistants and administrative assistants. All language skills are welcome but
knowledge of Russian, Arabic, French, German and Spanish is especially useful. A
minimum commitment of 10 hours per week is required. Please see website for more
information.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies:
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: September 15
Spring: January 15
Summer: April 1
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Global Security Institute
Contact Person:
Title: Intern Search
Organization: Global Security Institute
Address: GSB Building-Suite 400
One Belmont Avenue
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Phone: 610-668-5471
Fax:
Website: www.gsinstitute.org
Organization Description: GSI is dedicated to strengthening international
cooperation and security based on the rule of law with a particular focus on
nuclear arms control, non proliferation and disarmament.
Internship Description: Ideal candidates have good interpersonal and
communications skills and gain an insight into the work of an international
non-profit organization and the international non-proliferation regime. Interns
assist in a variety of areas, including programs, research, communications, and
administration There are regular opportunities in Philadelphia, New York, and
Washington, D.C.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: website communications, program assistance
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: June
Spring: October
Summer: March
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $10 day
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Women's International League for Peace & Freedom
Contact Person: Ms. Stacey Ferguson
Title: Director of Operations
Organization: Women's International League for Peace & Freedom
Address: 1213 Race Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: 215-563-7110
Fax:
Website: www.wilpf.org
Organization Description: Women's International League for Peace and Freedom is
a women's peace and social justice organization working on disarmament, racial
reconciliation and economic justice.
Internship Description: Internship opportunities exist in Human Rights
leadership, publications, program, web, legislative and development. A 500 word
writing sample should accompany your resume. Interns may be placed with branches
or projects based in various parts of the country.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates:
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: July 15
Spring: November 1
Summer: April 1
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: varies
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Email to internships@wilpf.org
Plan USA
Contact Person: Mr. Samuel Koboma
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Plan USA
Address: 155 Plan Way
Warwick, RI 02886
Phone: 800-556-7918
Fax:
Website: www.planusa.org
Organization Description: Plan USA is a global, non-profit, child centered
development organization founded in 1937. Plan is dedicated to working directly
with children, their families and communities in devising, implementing and
evaluating development projects that provide long lasting improvements.
Internship Description: The Plan is seeking in students who are interested in
child focused international development.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $7.00 hour
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Boat People SOS
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Program
Organization: Boat People SOS
Address: 6066 Leesburg Pike
Suite 100
Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703-538-2190
Fax:
Website: www.bpsos.org
Organization Description: Founded in 1980, Boat People SOS is a national
Vietnamese American community based organization whose mission is to assist
Vietnamese American immigrants and refuges in their search for freedom and
dignity by empowering and organizing Vietnamese American communities.
Internship Description: Interns are placed in one of 5 departments and work
directly with program management staff. Interns gain real life work experience
in a dynamic non-profit environment. Specific positions are listed on their
website.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other:
Counterpart International
Contact Person: Ms. Gabriela Kliewer
Title: Human Resources
Organization: Counterpart International
Address: 2345 Crystal Drive
Suite 301
Arlington,, VA 22202
Phone: 703-236-1200
Fax:
Website: www.counterpart.org
Organization Description: Counterpart International is a non-profit,
international development organization dedicated to helping people in need in
the areas of civil society, private enterprise, environmental resource
management, humanitarian relief and health care.
Internship Description: The goal of Counterpart's internship program is to
expose students to an environment devoted to developing capabilities in
developing nations. Internships are available in a variety of departments
including Humanitarian Assistance, Organizational Development, Environment and
Natural Resources, Small Enterprise Development and Finance and Accounting.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other: Administration
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August
Spring: December
Summer: April
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $1,000 Month
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Institute for Defense Analyses
Contact Person:
Title: Summer Interns Program
Organization: Institute for Defense Analyses
Address: 4850 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22311
Phone: 703-845-2174
Fax: 240-282-8314
Website: www.ida.org
Organization Description: IDA is a nonprofit corporation whose purpose is to
promote national security and the public interest and whose primary mission is
to assist the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Joint Staff, the unified
commands and defense agencies in addressing important national security issues,
particularly those requiring scientific and technical expertise.
Internship Description: Each year, IDA hires several paid student interns at its
Virginia facility to work for approximately 10 weeks during the summer months.
Each intern is assigned to work with members of the IDA research staff on
interesting and challenging tasks associated with various research studies
involving national security.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising:
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language:
International Development:
Science:
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: Spring: Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: March 1
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: Varies
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: email to resumes@ida.org or fax to 240-282-8314
Legacy International
Contact Person: Ms. Leila Baz
Title: Staff Director
Organization: Legacy International
Address: 1020 Legacy Drive
Bedford, VA 24523
Phone: 540-297-5982
Fax:
Website: www.legacyintl.org
Organization Description: Legacy International is a non-profit educational and
training organization. Since its inception in 1979 their primary concern has
been to help individuals and groups develop and refine skills and deal
effectively with the needs of their societies. Legacy provides cross-cultural
training, conflict prevention and resolution education, and student to student
programs. Legacy teaches emerging leaders world wide new skills and
perspectives.
Internship Description: Positions are available through the Legacy's Global
Youth Village Project. Many undergraduate and graduate students have earned
academic credit for their work at the village. Positions are open for
teachers/trainers, leadership instructors, program specialists, and health care
staff.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising:
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing:
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Youth Education
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Education
Semesters Available:
Fall: Spring: Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall:
Spring:
Summer: Open
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: 900 room and board
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter:
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Application Project HOPE
Contact Person: Ms. Mandy Mullins
Title: Human Resources
Organization: Project HOPE
Address: 255 Carter Hall Lane
Millwood, VA 22646
Phone: 540-937-9433
Fax: 540-837-9052
Website: www.projecthope.org
Organization Description: Project Hope is a non-profit health organization with
programs in over 30 countries around the world.
Internship Description: Internships are available depending on program needs but
generally included research and/or program development and assessment.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business: X
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: On line application U.S.
Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Contact Person: Ms. Emily Dahl
Title: Director of Administration
Organization: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Address: 2231 Crystal Drive-Suite 200
Arlington, VA 20036
Phone:
Fax:
Website: www.refugees.org
Organization Description: USCRI works on issues, programs, and direct-services
relating to immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers and newcomers to the US. USCRI
is the nation's largest non-sectarian network of not-for-profit agencies
providing direct services and advocacy for newcomers.
Internship Description: Usually USCRI has 10 interns at a time. These positions
change each year. For a complete listing of the opportunities available log on
to their web site at www.refugees.org Internships require a minimum 10 weeks, 20
hour per week commitment from interns. Internships are unpaid but a stipend is
provided for part time interns (20-30hrs/wk) $80/month; Full time (35+ hrs/wk)
$100/month. Local travel expenses are also reimbursed. Applications for
internships must be submitted by email only.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying: X
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research: X
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students: X
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language:
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: All majors are considered
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: August 1
Spring: December 15
Summer: April 15
Stipend: X
Approximate Amount: $80-$100/month
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample: X
Transcript:
Other: Reference-Email to apply-internship@uscride.org
Center for World
Indigenous Studies
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Program
Organization: Center for World Indigenous Studies
Address: PMB 214
1001 Cooper Point Road-Suite 140
Olympia, WA 98302-1107
Phone: 360-407-1095
Fax: 253-276-0084
Website: www.cwis.org
Organization Description: The underlying principle guiding CWIS is that access
to knowledge and people's ideas reduces the possibility of conflict and
increases the possibility of cooperation between peoples on the basis of mutual
consent. By democraticizing between peoples, between nations and states, the
diversity of nations and their cultures will continue to enrich the world.
Internship Description: A limited number of internships and fellowships are
available at CWIS offices in Olympia, WA. For more detailed information access
their web site at http://www.cwis.org/intern.php
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations:
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy: X
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Women's Studies
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other: See website for details
Foundation for Russian American Economic
Cooperation
Contact Person:
Title: Internship Coordinator
Organization: Foundation for Russian American Economic Cooperation
Address: 2601 Fourth Avenue
Suite 310
Seattle, WA 98121
Phone: 206-443-1935
Fax: 206-443-1935
Website: www.fraec.org
Organization Description: The Foundation for Russian American Economic
Cooperation is a non-profit organization that focuses on encouraging trade
between the U.S. and Russia.
Internship Description: Interns research and write for the Foundation's
publications and provide administrative support for development functions.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research:
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research:
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications: X
Legal Research:
Other:
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students: X
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics: X
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism: X
Non-Profit Management: X
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other:
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript:
Other:
Teachers Without Borders
Contact Person: Dr. Fred Mednick
Title: President
Organization: Teachers Without Borders
Address: 2880 74th Avenue, SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040-2635
Phone: 206-230-8126
Fax: 206-236-2826
Website: www.teacherswithoutborders.org
Organization Description: Teachers Without Borders provides educational aid in
our global information age. Teachers Without Borders develops and supports
teaching and learning in order to unclog the flow of ideas for communities,
across geographic or political borders
Internship Description: Interns work both in research and non-profit management.
Interns research and write materials for use in ongoing programs. They may also
be involved in identifying sources for funding and proposal preparation.
Experiences Offered:
Policy Research: X
Fund Raising: X
Economic Research: X
Lobbying:
Writing: X
Media Relations: X
Publications:
Legal Research:
Other: Educational Research
Preferred Academic Level
Undergraduates: X
Graduate Students:
Law Students:
Preferred Major
Economics:
International Studies: X
Policy:
Business:
Journalism:
Non-Profit Management:
Foreign Language: X
International Development: X
Science: X
Other: Education
Semesters Available:
Fall: X
Spring: X
Summer: X
Deadlines:
Fall: Open
Spring: Open
Summer: Open
Stipend:
Approximate Amount:
Application Materials:
Resume: X
Cover letter: X
Writing Sample:
Transcript: X
Other: See website for more information and application form.