Development & Outreach Department Intern

Development & Outreach Department Intern

Application Deadline: 28 August 2026

Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking an intern for the Development and Outreach Department for its Amsterdam office. Fluency in English and Dutch is required. Ideally, the intern will be available for 32 hours per week during a period of 6 months starting in November 2026 through May 2027, (dates and times are flexible).

Responsibilities: This internship will primarily focus on fundraising, (digital) event planning, prospect research, database management, and maintaining contact with donors and partner organizations. Other projects may be assigned as they arise. The intern will assist with communication related tasks and contribute to the preparation and follow-up of several (digital) events for the purpose of fundraising and outreach to our supporters.

This internship is best suited for individuals interested in working in a small office of a large, well-organized, international non-profit organization. The intern will gain knowledge and skills in all the responsibilities mentioned above. To provide a valuable and well-rounded internship experience, the intern will also attend planning and departmental meetings and will have the opportunity to attend in-house trainings and briefings.

Students will also have opportunities to attend lectures, trainings, professional development workshops, special events