Human Rights Watch Development and Outreach Internship in Germany 2027

The Development and Outreach Department of Human Rights Watch ("HRW") is seeking an intern in their Berlin office. This three-month internship will be full-time, maximum 35 hours per week. Ideally, the candidate will be available from mid-January 2027 through mid-April 2027.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNovember 1, 2026
• ValuePaid
• Study LevelInternship
• SponsorHuman Rights Watch
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Interns based in Germany will receive a gross monthly stipend of EUR 556 per month to help offset living expenses in accordance with HRW policy. 

Requirements

1. Applicants must be enrolled students for the duration of their internship term; preferably interns would be studying in Germany.
2. This internship must be a compulsory prerequisite from the University. Interns must be eligible for and submit a “Bescheinigung über ein Pflichtpraktikum” prior to the start of the internship.
3. Applicants should be well-organized, self-motivated, reliable, flexible, and detail-oriented with excellent time management skills.
4. Candidates should be interested in fundraising, outreach, and special events within a human rights context.
5. Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to human rights and/or international issues and the ability to master and represent well the mission and program of HRW.
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills in both German and English are required, as well as computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Excel).
7. Experience with collaborating within a team is desirable.
8. Frequent attendance in the office and for events is required.

Application Documents

1. CV/resume
2. Letter of interest/cover letter (in English)
3. Brief (ca. 300 word) writing sample in German.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

For more information, kindly visit the HRW webpage.