Human Rights Watch is known for its in-depth investigations, its incisive and timely reporting, its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its success in changing the human rights-related policies and practices of influential governments and international institutions.

Fellows typically work full-time in Human Rights Watch’s New York or Washington, D.C. office or in some instances in another location, monitoring human rights developments in various countries, conduct on-site investigations, draft reports on human rights conditions, and engage in advocacy and media outreach aimed at publicizing and curtailing human rights violations.

Eligibility:

• Graduates (at the Master’s level) in law, journalism, international relations, or other relevant studies who will demonstrate a strong background in international human rights

• Applicants must demonstrate a strong background in international human rights and be committed to building a career in human rights.

• Research experience and Field Experience, including experience conducting interviews, ideally in the context of human rights research, is required.

• Proficiency in one language in addition to English is strongly desired as is familiarity with countries or regions where serious human rights violations occur.

Monetary Support: Fellows receive $55,000 plus excellent employer-paid benefits

Duration: 1 year

Website: http://www.hrw.org/about/fellowships

Tags: Paid Fellowship, International