Challenge yourself, work on your personal development, learn from dedicated and passionate colleagues and assist an inspirational organisation in their work towards social justice and the promotion of human rights. Our human rights internships give you the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of some of the most vulnerable members of South African society whilst gaining a valuable insight into what daily life working for NGOs or advocacy organisations is really like.
Social justice, Refugee work
Women’s rights
Healthcare
Youth empowerment
Physical Attendance
Virtual Attendance
We have two primary programmes to suit your needs. In some instances we also offer virtual placements.
You can come for as long as you need without paying any extra fees.You'll receive the same level of support.
We are 100% on your side. We guarantee every aspect of your trip with unrivalled promises.
Need to focus on a precise niche or two? No problem! Your programme can focus on your specialist areas.
We'll help you engage with the culture and personal benefits of being in a foreign country.
Save on travel and accommodation costs, pay a far lower fee. All while building your professional network.
We will handle all aspects of academic accreditation, including direct liaison with your tutors and academic staff.
We will write full reference letters for your placement(s) to optimise future employers' first impression of you.
I hope to gain new experiences and a better understanding of the practical application of the field of human rights.
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Here are some current or recent internship job opportunities in this career area. We do not publish all openings - so please contact us to hear about others.
A strong interest in and some academic background in human rights, law and policy, politics or sociology Fluent in English with excellent communication skills Confident speaker Organised and independent worker
Excellent communication skills Previous research experience would be beneficial Confident speaking on the phone Creative thinker
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Good news, we also offer in depth learnerships in this career area. Take a look at the exclusive programmes we offer below: