Digital Tech & Human Rights Intern - Brussels

Support OHCHR in fulfilling its mission on human rights and digital technology.

OHCHR - Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

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Geneva (Switzerland)

Internship Human Rights

Application deadline in 13 days: Thursday 18 Jun 2026 at 03:59 UTC

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Overview

Support OHCHR in fulfilling its mission on human rights and digital technology.

You have:

Recent graduate or enrolled in a graduate school programme (Master's or higher) or Bachelor's degree programme, preferably in law, political science, international relations, social sciences, or a related field.
Fluency in English is required.
Knowledge of French or another UN language is desirable.
Knowledge or experience working with human rights in general, digital technology rights in particular is desirable.
No professional work experience is required for participation in the programme.

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Work Location

Brussels, Belgium

Expected duration

up 6 months 2026

Duties and Responsibilities

The intern shall support OHCHR, through their work in the Digital Tech and Human Rights Section, in fulfilling its mission: to work for the protection of all human rights for all people; to help empower people to realize their rights; and to assist those responsible for upholding such rights in ensuring that they are implemented. Daily responsibilities of the intern will depend on activities within the assigned work section and the individual's qualifications and competencies. Duties may include but are not limited to: • Research and analysis on a variety of thematic and regional issues pertaining to digital tech and human rights; • Draft and summarize reports, background materials, and other relevant documents as necessary; • Preparing for and servicing meetings, seminars, and workshops (e.g., preparation of documentation, drafting of notes and reports). • Performing other related duties as requested by the supervisor.

Qualifications/special skills

To qualify for the United Nations Secretariat internship programme, applicants must, at the time of submission, be a recent graduate or enrolled in a graduate school programme (i.e. Master's degree or equivalent degree, or higher) or, be a recent graduate or enrolled in the first-level university degree programme (i.e. Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree) preferably in the area of law, political science, international relations, social sciences or a related field, and if selected, must commence the internship on the date specified in the Acceptance letter. APPLICANTS ARE NOT REQUIRED TO HAVE PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE PROGRAMME. No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship. Knowledge or experience working with human rights in general, digital technology rights in particular is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship fluency in English is required. Knowledge French or another United Nations language is desirable.

Additional Information

Not available.

Intern Specific text

Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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Potential interview questions

Can you provide an example of how digital technology can impact human rights?	This question assesses your understanding of the intersection between technology and rights.	Discuss specific examples of technology affecting human rights, supported by evidence.
Describe a situation where you had to conduct research on a complex topic. What was your approach?	The interviewer wants to know about your research skills and methodology.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you prepare for a meeting or seminar on digital tech and human rights?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Have you ever drafted a report or document? What challenges did you face?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
In your opinion, why is it important to understand both digital technology and human rights?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in the area of digital technology and human rights?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you convey complex information effectively to different audiences?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you think is the biggest challenge in protecting human rights in the digital age?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.