Rule of Law and Democracy Intern

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

Internship Closes 03 May 2026 2 days left

Overview

The intern will support the Rule of Law and Democracy Section (ROLDS) by assisting in research and analysis on rule of law, democratic governance, accountability, and human rights issues.


Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in conducting research and analysis on issues related to the rule of law, democratic governance, accountability, and human rights.
  • Monitor developments in Member States.
  • Prepare background notes, briefing papers, and reports on thematic and country-specific issues.
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of projects aimed at promoting equality, widening democratic space, and integrating human rights in governance.
  • Support the organization of meetings, workshops, and consultations.
  • Compile and maintain databases of relevant legislation and best practices.
  • Assist in drafting summaries of meetings and official correspondence.
  • Help prepare communication materials, including web content and presentations.
  • Perform other tasks as required to support the Section’s mandate and activities.
Required Experience

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme.

Qualifications
  • Graduate or enrolled in a graduate school programme (i.e. Master's degree or equivalent degree, or higher).
  • OR graduate or enrolled in the final academic year of a first-level university degree programme (i.e. Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree).
  • Preferably in the area of law, political science, international relations, social sciences or a related field.
Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in English or French is required.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of the other working language (English or French) is an asset. Knowledge of another United Nations official language would be an advantage (i.e. Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).
Contract Duration
from 3 to 6 months
Work Modality
Geneva
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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