The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) will accept applications for its 2027 Winter/Spring Internship Program from Aug. 24 to Sept. 11, 2026, offering students and recent graduates from Organization of American States (OAS) Member States practical experience in human rights, law, communications, technology, translation, international cooperation and fundraising. The unpaid internship runs from Jan. 14 to April 30, 2027, in Washington, D.C. and National Offices.
Key facts
- Applications are open Aug. 24 to Sept. 11, 2026.
- The internship session runs Jan. 14 to April 30, 2027.
- The program is unpaid and does not provide a salary, payment or stipend.
- Eligible applicants are students and recent graduates from OAS Member States.
- Placements are associated with Washington, D.C. and National Offices.
What does this mean for students and recent graduates?
The program gives eligible applicants a chance to work with professionals and staff of the IACHR Executive Secretariat while learning how the inter-American human rights system functions in practice. It is aimed at students and recent graduates, including people in law, journalism, graphic design, web design, computer information technology, translation, international cooperation and fundraising.
Because the internship is unpaid, applicants should plan for their own living, travel, accommodation and other costs. Those applying for a university requirement must also document the internship duration their university requires. The IACHR says translation applicants should be able to work in at least two of the OAS official languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese or French.
- Application window: Aug. 24 to Sept. 11, 2026
- Internship period: Jan. 14 to April 30, 2027
- Application route: OAS Internship Program online application
- Required step: indicate interest in the IACHR during the application process
What is the IACHR internship?
The internship is part of the broader OAS Internship Program and is designed to give participants first-hand exposure to the work of the IACHR, a principal human rights body within the inter-American system. Interns can contribute to activities tied to legal work, communications, public information, digital work and other assigned tasks, depending on the needs of the Commission and the participant’s background.
Who can apply?
The opportunity is intended for students and recent graduates from OAS Member States. The program highlights several fields, including law, journalism, international cooperation, fundraising, graphic design, web design, computer information technology and translation.
Washington, D.C. is listed alongside National Offices as a placement location, and the IACHR headquarters is located in Washington, D.C. at 1889 F Street N.W., Washington, D.C., U.S.A. 20006.
How do applicants submit their interest?
Applicants must use the OAS Internship Program online application and indicate their interest in the IACHR during the process. The program says applicants should review the internship requirements and prepare the requested documentation before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Is the IACHR internship paid?
No. The IACHR Internship Program is unpaid and does not provide a salary, payment or stipend.
Where will the internship take place?
The 2027 Winter/Spring session is linked to placements in Washington, D.C. and National Offices.
