Human Rights Foundation (HRF) · 17 hours ago
Operations Intern
New York, NY
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$2,500/mo - $2,500/moThe Human Rights Foundation (HRF) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that promotes and protects human rights globally. The Operations Intern will provide hands-on support to HRF’s Operations team, focusing on travel logistics, data management, and operational coordination for major conferences and events.
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Responsibilities
Assist with travel and logistics coordination for conferences and organizational events, including flights, accommodations, and ground transportation for staff and external guests
Enter, organize, and maintain records and documentation in tools such as Google Drive, Airtable, Monday.com, or similar productivity and data management systems
Cross-check and verify travel and accommodation data for accuracy, including rooming lists, booking details, and traveler information
Track and update booking statuses and logistics progress in shared trackers and internal systems
Support communications related to travel and logistics by organizing and screening email responses, flagging issues, and tracking outstanding requests or follow-ups
Assist with visa support processes by researching country-specific visa requirements and helping prepare supporting documentation under staff guidance
Provide in-person operational and administrative support at the New York office, including sending and receiving mail and packages, managing shipments, and assisting with general office tasks
Support the management of organizational assets and storage by organizing physical storage areas and creating or updating inventory lists of company equipment and materials
Conduct basic research to support operations needs, such as researching vendors, tools, or service providers, and assisting with system or process setup
Assist other members of the Operations team with administrative, logistical, or coordination tasks as needed
Support ad hoc operational projects and tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor's degree program, or equivalent experience
Strong computer skills and comfort working with digital tools and databases
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar); experience with tools such as Airtable, Monday.com, Notion, Salesforce, or similar platforms is a strong plus
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when working with data, schedules, and logistics information
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Clear written and verbal communication skills, including professional email correspondence
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Proactive, reliable, and willing to take initiative while working under guidance
Preferred
Interest in operations, logistics, event planning, or nonprofit work is preferred
Interest in human rights and alignment with HRF's mission
Company
Human Rights Foundation (HRF)
Human Rights Foundation (HRF) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that promotes and protects human rights globally, with a focus on authoritarian regimes.
Founded in 2005
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Alex Gladstein
Chief Strategy Officer
Javier El-Hage
Chief Legal & Policy Officer
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