Summer Internship Refugees International — $5,000 stipend for US-based students in humanitarian advocacy. Last date May 22, 2026. Apply now.
The Summer Internship Refugees International Horn of Africa 2026 offers a $5,000 stipend to enrolled or recently graduated US-based students who demonstrate a strong commitment to humanitarian documentation, refugee protection, and displacement research. Focused on Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia, and Somalia, this internship runs from late May through late August 2026 — with a final application deadline of May 22, 2026.
Program Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Opportunity Type | Summer Internship |
| Organising Body | Refugees International (RI) |
| Mode | Refer to official notification |
| Duration | Late May 2026 – Late August 2026 (minimum 250 hours) |
| Location | United States (applicants must be US-based) |
| Thematic Focus | Horn of Africa — Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia |
| Last Date to Apply | May 22, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET) |
About the Program
Refugees International is a Washington DC-based NGO that advocates for refugees and displaced populations globally, operating entirely without government funding to preserve policy independence. The Summer Internship Refugees International Horn of Africa 2026 places an early-career researcher directly within RI’s documentation and advocacy workflows, contributing substantively to research outputs and written communications across Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia, and Somalia — a measurable advantage for students pursuing humanitarian, migration, or human rights careers.
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualification
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at any accredited institution
- Alternatively, recently graduated within the past year from an undergraduate or graduate programme
- The internship must be pursued as part of an educational experience connected to the programme of enrolment
- No minimum GPA or percentage requirement stated — refer to official notification for any additional academic standards
- Must be based within the United States
Experience & Other Conditions
- Strong interest in the Horn of Africa, displacement and migration policy, refugee protection, storytelling, and humanitarian affairs
- Familiarity with conflict-driven displacement, regional protection frameworks, community-based advocacy, or archival/storytelling methodologies
- Lived experience related to displacement is welcomed but explicitly not required
- Demonstrated research, writing, organisational, communication, and administrative skills
- Interest in ethical documentation practices — including oral histories, digital evidence, quantitative data, and community-centred approaches
- Commitment to working at least 250 hours across the internship period as guided by RI staff
Stipend & Benefits
Interns selected for the Summer Internship Refugees International Horn of Africa 2026 will receive a one-time stipend of $5,000 for the duration of the placement.
| Component | Amount / Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Stipend | $5,000 (lump sum) |
| Additional Benefits | Refer to official notification |
Selection Process
- Application submission (resume, cover letter, and writing sample)
- Application screening by Refugees International staff
- Interview — only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by RI
How to Apply
- Prepare your resume outlining your academic background, relevant research experience, and skills.
- Write a cover letter that demonstrates your interest in the Horn of Africa and humanitarian documentation work.
- Prepare a writing sample of one to two pages that showcases your research and analytical writing ability.
- Submit all three documents through the official Refugees International application portal before the deadline of May 22, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
- Note that only candidates selected for an interview will receive a response from Refugees International — no general confirmation emails are issued.
Important Dates & Links
| Event | Date / Detail |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | May 18, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 22, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET) |
| Programme Start | Late May 2026 |
| Programme End | No later than late August 2026 |
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Notification | View Notification |
| Official Website | refugeesinternational.org |
Contact
Refugees International
Washington, D.C., United States
For application-related queries: refer to the official website at www.refugeesinternational.org
Note: Refugees International contacts only candidates shortlisted for interview. General acknowledgement emails are not issued.
Frequently Asked Questions
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