US Program Intern

Human Rights Watch

1 month ago

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New York, NY

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About this role

The US Program Intern at Human Rights Watch supports research and advocacy projects focused on racial justice, protest rights, and immigration/border issues. This short-term internship runs mid-March through May 2026 (with possible extension), is aimed at current graduate or law students, and typically requires 15–20 hours per week with flexible scheduling. Interns may work remotely or optionally report to HRW offices in New York or Washington, D.C.

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About Human Rights Watch

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Human Rights Watch is an independent international non‑profit organization that investigates and defends the rights of people in more than 100 countries. It conducts on‑the‑ground research and publishes detailed reports documenting abuses—ranging from war crimes and unlawful detention to discrimination and repression—and uses that evidence to pressure governments, international bodies, and corporations to change policies and hold perpetrators accountable. HRW combines legal and policy analysis, media engagement, and targeted advocacy to advance protections and justice, and is funded primarily by donations and philanthropic foundations.