The Committee for Human Rights in North Korea is seeking current undergraduate students, recent post-graduates, and M.A. candidacy applicants for semester, 6-month, and 1-year internships at HRNK’s headquarters in Washington D.C. We are also able to accommodate fully remote (virtual) internships.
Application Requirements & Eligibility Verification
HRNK welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who meet the following guidelines:
Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States or their country of residence for the duration of the internship.
Sponsorship Notice: Please note that HRNK does not provide visa sponsorship (such as J-1 or F-1 OPT/CPT administrative filings) for internship positions. Candidates must currently hold, or independently secure, valid authorization to participate in in-person (Washington, D.C.) or remote programs.
Background Check: Final selection may be contingent upon the successful completion of a standard background verification process.
Competitive applicants should have a strong interest in North Korea and human rights; however, candidates from a variety of concentrations will be considered. Specifically candidates with backgrounds in:
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Successful applicants will undergo a formal interview process before being offered an internship. Applications will be processed on a rolling basis. We strongly recommend that applicants apply at least 3 months prior to their anticipated start date. Internships are typically unpaid, but academic credit is honored. A minimum commitment of 20 working hours per week is preferred. Please upload your documents in the .doc, .docx, or .pdf format.