The Development and Outreach Department of Human Rights Watch ("HRW") is seeking volunteers for the Sydney office. Ideally, volunteers will be available for a minimum of 24 hours per week beginning in December 2017 until February 2018, with the possibility to extend. Timing is flexible.
Internships are unpaid, however students are often able to arrange academic credit, as Human Rights Watch internships often offer direct exposure to the workings of an international human rights organization, close supervision by the Human Rights Watch staff, interaction with other U.S. and international organizations and foreign and domestic government officials, and opportunities to attend lectures, trainings, and special events relating to human rights. Students should check with their individual academic institutions for requirements.
- Volunteers will primarily be involved with outreach and development initiatives, database management, monitoring press coverage, conducting background research, coordinating events, and promoting events through social media.
- Applicants should be well-organized, self-motivated and reliable. Experience with media, social media, government relations, event coordination, and Raiser’s Edge is desirable. Applicants should have a strong interest in international human rights. Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office) are strongly preferred.