Careers

Intern: Editorial Department

1) GHRD is looking for INTERNS to join the EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT!

Global Human Rights Defence is looking for interns to join the team of Editors, whose work is focused on proofreading, reviewing, and editing the Organisation’s official documents. As an intern at Global Human Rights Defence, you will contribute to the advancement and protection of human rights. Your work is primarily focused on reviewing papers on human rights violations against vulnerable peoples and minorities in all areas of the globe covered by GHRD, including religious minorities, women, children, and the LGBTQ+ community. At GHRD, you have the opportunity of experiencing an eventful, educational, and exciting internship, from which you will actually enhance your knowledge of all things related to human rights on a global level. Our job is to advocate for the rights of those who cannot advocate for themselves. As an intern for the Editorial Department, you will be part of a diverse team and work under a supervisor. Your tasks will include, but are not limited to:

  • Proofreading English language content prepared by topic experts, for online and offline channels
  • Correcting and adjusting texts where needed
  • Giving suggestions on ways to improve language content
  • Monitoring human rights legislation and its developments Your qualifications:
  • You have a degree, or are currently pursuing a degree with a good academic record in a relevant field to this work (International Relations, International Affairs, Law, Journalism, etc.);
  • C2 or native level English;
  • Experience in Journalism or other editorial experience is an advantage;
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines;
  • Knowledgeable and passionate about human rights;
  • Attentive to details and diligent;
  • Excellent writing, researching, and communication skills; Our offer:
  • A meaningful and educational internship of 20-25 hours per week;
  • Multicultural working environment and impactful work;
  • Possibility to attend events, demonstrations, and build a solid network;
  • Possibility to work remotely (until further notice on COVID-19) and with flexible hours
  • The internship consists of a minimum period of 6 months – to begin at a mutually agreed time with your supervisor
  • Disclaimer: this is an unpaid internship position
  • How to apply:
    Please send your CV and cover letter under an email entitled “Editorial Internship Position” to approval@ghrd.org indicating your suitability for the internship. GHRD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all candidates to apply. Should you have any questions about the position, please send an email to info@ghrd.org


    2) GHRD is looking for INTERNS TO JOIN TEAM MIDDLE EAST

    Global Human Rights Defence is looking for interns to join the team of human rights researchers whose work focuses on the following countries: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Palestine, Syria, Lebanon, Qatar, Oman, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Yemen, Turkey and Afghanistan.

    This is an excellent opportunity to work with a very diverse team of experts and gain extensive research experience in international human rights law.

    As an intern at GHRD, you will contribute to the advancement and protection of human rights, primarily focusing on human rights violations against minorities or marginalized groups in the countries you have been assigned.

    As an intern with Team Middle East, you will:
    Closely monitor human rights developments in the countries you have been assigned, conduct (legal) research on said issues and author daily news articles, subject-specific research articles and monthly and yearly country reports.

    As a minimum you must:

  • Have completed a Bachelor's degree with a good academic record in a relevant field,
  • Be fluent in English,
  • Have excellent research and drafting skills,
  • Have solid knowledge of international human rights law,
  • Be highly motivated and diligent,
  • Have a deep passion for human rights.

    What we offer you:

  • A meaningful and educational part-time internship of 15-20 hours/week,
  • The exposure of having your research published through an international NGO,
  • Multi-cultural work environment and impactful work,
  • Possibility to attend events and build a solid network,
  • Possibility to work remotely with flexible hours.

    The internship consists of a minimum period of 6 months – to begin at a mutually agreed time with your supervisor.

    How to apply:
    Please send your CV, a cover letter and a brief writing sample in English (can be a blogpost, article or academic essay you have authored) with the subject "GHRD Internship" to the following email address: d.demir@ghrd.org.tr