How to Get an Internship at Amnesty International
Amnesty International offers an assortment of internships in a variety of places. Their offices span across the U.S. from New York to Los Angeles. Each program offers different opportunities, but most of the requirements are the same. By taking a look at the large program in Washington, D.C., students can get an understanding of what they need to do to get an internship with Amnesty International.
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Instructions
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Internships at Amnesty International
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Choose an internship program. In the D.C. offices, there are 16 different programs to pick from, including government relations, the Darfur campaign, child soldiers, and a national training program.
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Read current events. You will be expected to have general knowledge of human rights issues around the world.
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Practice teamwork. The internship for Amnesty International requires people work together to achieve a greater goal.
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Take notes. You will be expected to be detail-oriented and remember important information on the fly.
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Clear your schedule. Interns are required to work at least 35 hours a week, for at least 12 weeks.
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Clean the lint off your good suit. Interns are expected to dress professionally.
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Write a cover letter. Amnesty International wants you to include information about which program you are interested in, and why. Also mention when you will be available to complete the internship.
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Send in your resume.
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Include a writing sample. According to Amnesty International, a recent term paper will do.
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Forward all this information to the internship coordinator.
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The internship coordinator will let you know whether you were selected, and will also provide instructions about when you will start and what you will do.
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Tips & Warnings
Internships are offered during the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters. Each program has a different deadline.
Internships are unpaid. There are paid employment and paid volunteer opportunities available.
