Intern - Human Rights
Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights · BANGKOK · Apply by October 16, 2026
About this role
Work Location In-person in Bangkok office Expected duration This internship is designed to be full-time (6 months) and in-person. Duties and Responsibilities The intern shall support OHCHR 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. The Intern reports to the assigned manager in SEARO. Daily responsibilities of the Human Rights intern will depend on the individual's background and may include a focus on human rights and migration, climate change and environment, early warning, communication and public information. Duties may include but are not limited to: - Monitor and analyze human rights developments and trends in South-East Asia. - Research and draft internal and external notes and reports within the assigned area and, in particular, the intern may prepare daily news updates with information on the human rights situation in the region. - Support SEARO's engagement with the UN human rights mechanisms, including Special Procedures and Treaty Bodies. - Assist with the organization of…