SwitzerlandCIVICUS Internship is a paid Human Rights internship for 2027 focused on international human rights advocacy and support for UN engagement, offering a USD $1,200 monthly stipend for a six-month full-time contract.
The internship is hosted by the CIVICUS Geneva Office cluster, where the intern will report to the UN Advisor and the UN Advocacy and Network Officer and support CIVICUS’s advocacy priorities within UN human rights mechanisms.
CIVICUS Internship Benefits
- USD $1,200 per month
- Paid remote internship
- Full-time 6-month contract
- Direct exposure to UN Human Rights Council proceedings
- Professional experience in global advocacy strategy and civil society networks
- Hands-on supervision from senior UN advisors and advocacy officers
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CIVICUS Internship Eligibility Criteria
- Must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in international relations, law, politics, or relevant social sciences
- At least 6 months of relevant work experience in international policy development or advocacy
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Strong IT skills (MS Office)
- Solid understanding of global politics, international policy-making, and civil society landscapes
- Proficiency in French or Spanish is an asset
- Candidates based in Europe with willingness to travel to Geneva 1–2 times preferred
How to Apply for CIVICUS Internship
- Prepare your original CV and one-page cover note manually
- Navigate to the CIVICUS BambooHR Career Portal at https://civicus.bamboohr.com/careers
- Manually complete the online application fields without using browser autofill and upload documents
- Submit the application before 15 November 2026 at 11:59 PM SAST
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Sunday, 15 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are frequently asked questions about the CIVICUS Internship. These answers cover stipend, duration, eligibility, location, and how to apply.
What is the monthly stipend for the internship?
The internship offers a monthly stipend of USD $1,200 per month.
How long does the internship last?
The internship is a full-time 6-month contract starting mid-January or 1 February 2027.
Where is the internship based?
The internship is remote and reports to the CIVICUS Geneva Office cluster.
Who supervises the intern?
The intern works under the direct supervision of the UN Advisor and the UN Advocacy and Network Officer.
What fields are eligible to apply?
Eligible fields include International Relations, Law, Political Science, Human Rights, and Social Sciences.
What are the minimum education and experience requirements?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field and have at least 6 months of relevant work experience.
Are language skills required or preferred?
Excellent English is required and proficiency in French or Spanish is an asset.
Are applicants from all countries eligible?
The opportunity is global and open to qualified international candidates, with a preference for candidates based in Europe for occasional Geneva travel.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents are a full CV/resume and a maximum one-page cover note; applicants must not use AI to write these documents.
What is the application deadline?
Applications must be submitted before 15 November 2026 at 11:59 PM SAST.
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