Asia Division Intern
Application Deadline: 31 January 2026
The Asia Division of Human Rights Watch (HRW) is seeking student interns in the Tokyo office. Ideally, the interns will be available part-time from April 2026 through the end of September 2026. The interns will focus on projects surrounding domestic and international issues of Japan.
Students will also have opportunities to attend lectures, trainings, professional development workshops, special events relating to human rights, as well as network with other HRW interns, volunteers, and employees. As an HRW intern, students will take skills acquired in school and apply them in a professional setting.
Responsibilities: The internship will primarily focus on the following:
- Assisting with HRW research on domestic and international human rights issues related to Japan, as well as with advocacy on those issues;
- Conducting desk research, analyzing data, and organizing advocacy efforts regarding issues in Asia and beyond;
- Attending external meetings with staff in the Asia division; and
- Other projects may be assigned as they arise and match the student's interests and abilities.
Qualifications:
- Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students for the duration of the internship term;
- Students with relevant coursework in human rights are encouraged to apply;
- Strong organizational skills, a proactive approach to projects, and reliability with strong attention to detail are required;
- A demonstrated strong interest in human rights is highly desirable;
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, internet applications) and internet research skills are essential; and
- Advanced level proficiency in Japanese and English (both in writing and speaking) is highly desirable.
Applicants who are offered an internship must possess valid work authorization in Japan for the duration of the internship.
Compensation:
Interns will receive a gross stipend of 800 yen per day they are in the office for lunch expenses in accordance with HRW policy. Interns will be reimbursed up to 2000 yen per day they are in the office for transportation. Students are often able to arrange academic credit, as HRW internships may offer direct exposure to the workings of an international human rights organization, close supervision by the HRW staff, and interaction with other U.S and international organizations and foreign and domestic government officials. Students should check with their individual academic institutions for requirements.
How to Apply:
Please apply immediately by visiting our online portal at: and attaching a CV/resume, letter of interest, and a writing sample in both Japanese and English. No calls or email inquiries, please. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Due to the large number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application submission, please email Due to the large response, application submissions via email will not be accepted and inquiries regarding the status of applications will go unanswered.
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Asia Division Intern
Application Deadline: 2026年1月31
ヒューマン・ライツ・ウォッチ(HRW)アジア部門では、2026年4月から2026年9月末の期間、東京オフィスで働くパートタイムの学生インターンを募集しています。
インターンは、団体内外で行われる講義、研修、ワークショップ 、人権に関するイベント等に参加する機会のほか、他のHRWインターン、ボランティア、スタッフとのネットワーキングの機会を得ることができます。大学等で身に着けた知見を活かすことができる貴重な機会です。国内外の人権問題に興味のある学生さんからのご応募をお待ちしております。
主な業務内容:
- 国内外における人権問題に関するHRWの調査およびアドボカシー活動の補助
- アジア地域およびその他地域に関するデスクリサーチやデータ分析
- 外部の会議への出席
- その他、インターンの関心や能力に応じて、随時発生するプロジェクトへの参加
応募条件:
- インターンシップ期間中、学部生または大学院生であること(人権に関連する分野のコースを履修していることが望ましい)
- 英語及び日本語での高度な言語能力(読み書き・会話ともに)が望ましい
- コンピュータスキル(Microsoft Office、Excel、インターネット関連アプリケーション)およびインターネット上でのリサーチスキル必須
- 高いモチベーションと主体性を持って、業務に取り組む姿勢と細部への注意力
- 国内外の人権問題への強い関心
※インターンシップ期間中を通じて、日本での有効な就労許可を有している必要があります。
報酬等:
- 昼食代(オフィスでの勤務日1日あたり800円)
- 交通費(実費・上限1日あたり2,000円)
※HRWのインターンシップは、大学の単位として認められる場合があります。詳細は、所属する教育機関に条件をご確認の上、ご相談ください。
応募方法:
HRWの採用ポータルサイト にアクセスの上、以下の書類をご提出ください。
① 英文履歴書(CV)
② 志望動機書(日本語・英語 各1通)
③ ライティングサンプル(日本語・英語 各1通)
上記すべての応募書類が揃っている場合にのみ選考の対象となります。なお、応募書類のメールでの送付や、選考状況に関するお電話・メールでのお問い合わせには対応しておりません。
多数の応募者が予想されるため、誠に恐れ入りますが、選考を通過された方にのみご連絡させていただきます。あらかじめご了承ください。
※応募に際して技術的なトラブルが生じた場合には、.orgまでご連絡ください。
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