Human Rights First · 1 month ago
Advocacy Intern - Summer 2026
United States
Internship
Remote
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringHuman Rights First is seeking a motivated advocacy intern for the Summer 2026 semester to support their advocacy team. The intern will engage in research and advocacy efforts to defend the rights of refugees and asylum seekers while developing essential skills in policy analysis and advocacy.
AssociationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Intern responsibilities include refugee-related policies and advocacy research on issues related to human rights
Research related to advocacy strategy and methodology
Monitor, attend, and track congressional hearings, markups, and floor debates
Research and track legislation, legislative history, legislators’ backgrounds and voting records
Assist staff with written and oral correspondence with partner NGOs and government offices
Represent Human Rights First at various NGO-government liaison meetings and take detailed notes for Human Rights First staff, as needed; and
Administrative and other tasks as needed
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled graduate or a recent graduate
Strong interest in and commitment to refugee rights and advocacy
Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to and/or informed knowledge of human rights and/or advocacy
Excellent project management skills
Capacity to take initiative
Ability to finish assignments under pressure
Ability to work collegially with others
Strong attention to detail and time management
Demonstrated ability to work with people possessing different viewpoints
Graduate or Law student
Students studying political science, public policy, international studies, social justice and human rights concentration are encouraged to apply
Preferred
Fluency in another language is preferred but not required
Preferably located in Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia
Company
Human Rights First
Human Rights First is a non-profit organisation that works to promote and protect fundamental international human rights.
Founded in 1978
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Hazal Yildirim
Corporate Partnerships Associate
Marc Ian Tobias, CAE
Chief Administrative Officer
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