Civic Space Research Intern: Paid Remote Internship Program

CIVICUS exists to defend people power. As a growing global alliance of over 17,000 members in over 180 countries, we work together to monitor violations of basic civic freedoms, call out the perpetrators of violations and strengthen the power of people to organise by supporting a more accountable, effective and innovative civil society. We strive to promote excluded voices, especially from the global south.

About the Role

The role aims to support the strengthening of the CIVICUS Monitor’s global research collaboration, in particular, to support the CIVICUS Monitor team ahead of the annual People Power under Attack reports. This includes research, implementation of the Monitor’s civic space incident tool, an analysis tool that aim to record the details of each of the civic space incidents and administrative tasks.

Key Requirements

• Completed bachelor’s degree in international relations, political science, or a related field
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Knowledge or experience conducting research on human rights. An understanding of international human rights frameworks related to fundamental freedoms of association, peaceful assembly and expression.
• Proficiency in any UN language is desirable

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How to Apply

The closing deadline for applications is on the 8th July 2026 at 11:59pm SAST.Interested candidates should click here to apply or go to https://civicus.bamboohr.com/careers

Application instructions:

• Applicants are advised not to use autofill when completing the application form for this job. To avoid errors, please fill out the form manually without using autofill.
• AI-generated CVs/resumes and cover letters are not permitted. All application materials must be written by the applicant and accurately reflect the applicant’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Applications that contain AI-generated materials will not be considered.

Your application should comprise of:

• A full CV, including educational and professional qualifications, a full employment history showing the more significant positions, responsibilities held, and relevant achievements
• A cover note of not more than one page outlining your motivation for applying for the role.

Short listed candidates will be contacted 2 weeks after the closing date to schedule interviews. Possible starting date for the position will be first week of August 2026.