Job’o’th’Week (Internship Edition)
The Organization
Human Rights First is a non-profit, international human rights organization based in the United States. Its mission is to challenge the United States to live up to its ideals by pressuring the U.S. government and private companies to respect human rights and the rule of law. Not only does Human Rights First condemn and expose injustice, it also creates and advocates for policy solutions to ensure consistent respect and protection of human rights.
Human Rights First campaigns span topics of refugee protection, national security, and foreign policy.
The Position
Human Rights First seeks Spring and Summer legal interns in their New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. offices. Interns will work on refugee representation, human rights sanctions, or foreign policy. Duties will include legal research and writing, collaboration with Human Rights First staff, and advocacy with government entities.
Ideal candidates will have strong written, organization, and communication skills, as well as a dedication to human rights. Foreign language skills are preferred.
See the Human Rights First PSJD profile for more information on all available openings: https://www.psjd.org/organizationdetails?OrgID=36168