We welcome all students and recent graduates, and especially encourage graduate and law school students, to gain a deeper understanding of gender-based violence issues domestically and internationally. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about both the Minnesota legal system and the UN treaty bodies. 

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Monitoring hearings relating to domestic violence and sexual assault in Hennepin, Ramsey, and Washington County courts.
• Data entry and analysis of court hearing data.
• Researching international human rights instruments and country laws on violence against women.
• Assisting staff with maintaining current information on www.stopvaw.org.
• Supporting staff in preparation for human rights monitoring missions.
• Providing research and support for numerous reports.
   

Experience and qualifications:

• Organized, detail-orientated, and able to meet deadlines
• Strong legal research skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Sensitivity to diverse cultures
• Fluency in English
• Strong English writing skills
• Proficiency in a second language is a plus
   

Required skills:

• Basic Microsoft Office 365 proficiency
• Knowledge of citations

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