Global Survivors Fund Offers Paid Home-Based Internship in Reparative Measures|Apply before 23 Aug 2026

Students pursuing careers in international relations, international law, human rights, and transitional justice have an opportunity to gain practical international experience through a paid, home-based internship with the Global Survivors Fund (GSF).

The organisation is recruiting an Intern – Projects for Interim Reparative Measures to support its ACT team on projects designed to improve access to reparations for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence.

The internship is offered on a full-time basis for four to six months, with a planned start date of 21 September 2026. Applications must be submitted by 23 August 2026.

About the Global Survivors Fund

The Global Survivors Fund was launched in October 2019 by Dr Denis Mukwege and Nadia Murad, both Nobel Peace Prize laureates in 2018.

GSF works to improve access to reparations for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence around the world. Its work responds to a long-standing gap identified by survivors who may not have access to adequate reparations from states or other responsible parties.

The organisation provides interim reparative measures where states or other parties are unable or unwilling to fulfil their responsibilities. It also works with governments and civil society organisations by providing expertise and technical support for the development of reparations programmes.

A survivor-centred approach is at the heart of GSF’s work.

Paid Home-Based Internship Opportunity

The Intern – Projects for Interim Reparative Measures will support members of the ACT team working on projects related to interim reparative measures.

The intern will report to the IRM Project Officer and other members of the IRM team and will contribute to a variety of research, coordination, documentation, and analytical activities.

Because the position is home-based, the successful candidate can carry out the internship remotely, subject to meeting the organisation’s requirements concerning authorisation to work in the country where they are based.

Key Responsibilities

The internship offers exposure to several areas of international humanitarian and human rights work.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting research and data analysis related to reparative measures projects.
• Supporting the preparation of notes, briefs, and reports.
• Conducting desk research and analytical work focused on project learning.
• Participating in project meetings and preparing reports on discussions.
• Supporting exchanges focused on lessons learned.
• Assisting with internal ACT coordination.
• Updating project flowcharts, mission calendars, and reporting documents.
• Supporting research and translation of tools within the ACT toolkit.
• Participating in ACT team meetings.
• Participating in wider GSF team meetings.

These responsibilities can give interns practical exposure to how international organisations research, design, implement, document, and evaluate programmes related to reparations and transitional justice.

Who Can Apply?

The internship is open to students who are currently enrolled in a master’s programme in international relations, international law, or a related discipline.

A tripartite agreement is mandatory for the internship, meaning applicants should confirm that their educational institution can meet this requirement before applying.

Candidates should also demonstrate an interest in one or more relevant areas, including:

• Reparations.
• Transitional justice.
• Conflict-related sexual violence.
• Women’s rights.

Previous work experience in these fields can be beneficial, although applicants should review the full requirements carefully.

Important Skills Required

Strong research and analytical abilities are essential for this position. The successful intern will be expected to work with information, conduct research, and contribute to written documents and reports.

Candidates should have the ability to produce high-quality written materials, including briefs and other professional documents.

Strong teamwork skills are also required because the intern will work closely with the ACT team, IRM Project Officer, partners, and other GSF colleagues.

Good computer skills are expected, while language ability is particularly important.

Applicants must have full working proficiency in English and French. Knowledge of Spanish is considered an additional asset.

An Opportunity to Build International Experience

For master’s students interested in human rights and international development, this internship could provide valuable practical experience.

The role combines research, analysis, project coordination, translation, reporting, and team collaboration. This can help students develop transferable skills that may be useful when pursuing careers in international organisations, NGOs, human rights institutions, policy organisations, and transitional justice programmes.

The opportunity also provides exposure to highly specialised issues surrounding reparations and conflict-related sexual violence.

Application Deadline and Process

Interested candidates should prepare a CV and cover letter explaining their interest and relevant experience.

Applications should be submitted by email to recruitment@globalsurvivorsfund.org with “ACT Intern Application” as the email subject.

The application deadline is 23 August 2026, and the internship is scheduled to begin on 21 September 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted applicants will also be required to provide references from previous employers and complete a self-declaration as part of the recruitment process.

Applicants should also be aware that GSF does not charge recruitment or processing fees at any stage of its hiring process and will not request bank account information from applicants.

Final Thoughts

The Global Survivors Fund paid internship provides an opportunity for master’s students to gain practical experience in an international organisation working on reparations, transitional justice, women’s rights, and conflict-related sexual violence.

With a four-to-six-month duration, full-time schedule, and home-based arrangement, the internship could be particularly valuable for students seeking to connect academic knowledge with practical international human rights work.

Candidates who meet the academic, language, and internship agreement requirements should prepare their CV and cover letter early and submit their application before the 23 August 2026 deadline.

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