Digital Tech & Human Rights intern

United Nations - UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

Internship Closes 08 Jul 2026 0 days left

Overview

The intern will support the Digital Tech and Human Rights Division in its mission to protect human rights, empower individuals, and assist rights upholders. Daily responsibilities will vary based on the assigned work section and the intern's qualifications.


Key Responsibilities
  • Researching and analyzing thematic and regional issues related to digital tech and human rights;
  • Supporting the drafting and summarizing of reports, background materials, and other documents;
  • Assisting in the preparation for and servicing of meetings, seminars, and workshops;
  • Performing other related duties as requested by the supervisor.
Required Experience

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Knowledge or experience working with human rights in general, digital rights and with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights in particular is desirable.

Qualifications

Recent graduate or enrolled in a graduate school programme (Master's degree or equivalent) or a first-level university degree programme (Bachelor's degree or equivalent), preferably in law, political science, international relations, social sciences, or a related field.

Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in English is required.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge French or another United Nations language is desirable.
Contract Duration
up to 6 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
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