Internships
The UICHR encourages students to explore human rights internship opportunities in Iowa, the nation, and around the world. The Center is also committed to helping students secure these internships. Look through the pages below to get a feel for what is available. Then contact the Center if you want to know more.
Volunteer/Intern at the UICHR
The work of the UICHR depends on the contributions of students and community members. The UICHR offers short-term and long-term internship experiences.
Funding for Internships in the Field of Human Rights
The Kenneth J. Cmiel Funded Human Rights Internship Program provides funding to selected students who have secured a summer internship with a local, national or international non-governmental organization or governmental agency engaged in human rights related advocacy, research, or education.
The Burns H. Weston Funded Human Rights Internship Program provides funding to selected students to participate in an international internship opportunity designated by the UICHR.
Internship Resource Library
Visit the UICHR's new Human Rights Internship Resource Library to search for statewide, national and international internships. To access the Resource Library
Helpful Tips
Are you interested in applying for an internship? Unsure how to go through the application process? The UICHR provides you with helpful tips on the internship search and application proess.
Student Experiences
Students testimonials share the benefits and experiences they shared doing an internship or volunteer work in the field of Human Rights.