This internship is designed for graduate students who are interested in research, analysis, writing, policy drafting, and project administration. Interns will gain practical skills working on a variety of human rights topics. In the past, our interns have worked on projects relating to trafficking, immigration-related advocacy, and human rights training and education. This internship focuses primarily on domestic human rights issues in the U.S. and Minnesota.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Compile and analyze qualitative and quantitative data
• Research and draft summaries on human rights issues
• Assist with writing reports related to local and international human rights issues
• Assist with researching and developing internal policies
• Assist with communications such as newsletters, blog posts, and web pages, and creating organizational materials
• Assist with planning trainings and clinics
• Assist with legislative advocacy plans
• Assist with all aspects of work at a small non-profit, including administrative tasks, data management, etc.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Excellent writing and organizational skills
• Analytical skills
• Interest in human rights issues
• Research experience
• Problem-solving skills
• Self-starter
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Sensitivity to diverse cultures

Required Skills:

• Basic Microsoft Office Suite

Questions? Please see our Frequently Asked Questions page. If your question is not answered in there, you can email internships@advrights.org.