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Human Rights Watch is hiring a Asia Division Intern to

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Asia Division Intern

Tokyo, Japan

Asia Division Intern

Application Deadline: 23 July 2025

Human Rights Watch (HRW) Asia is recruiting part-time student interns who work in the Tokyo office from September 2025 to the end of March 2026.

Interns will have the opportunity to participate in lectures, training, workshops, and human rights events held both inside and outside the organization, as well as networking with other HRW interns, volunteers and staff.This is a valuable opportunity to utilize the knowledge gained at universities and other universities.We look forward to receiving applications from students interested in human rights issues both domestically and internationally.

Main duties:

HRW’s investigation into human rights issues both domestically and internationally and supporting advocacy activities
Describing and data analysis for Asia and other regions
Attend an external meeting
In addition, participation in projects that occur from time to time depending on the interests and abilities of the intern

Application conditions:

During the internship, you must be an undergraduate or graduate student (preferably taking courses in human rights-related fields)
Advanced language skills (both reading and writing) in English and Japanese are desirable
Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, Internet-related applications) and research skills on the Internet are required
With high motivation and independence, attitude towards work and attention to detail
Strong interest in human rights issues both domestically and internationally

*You must have a valid work permit in Japan throughout your internship period.

Remuneration, etc.:

Lunch fee (800 yen per day working day at the office)
Transportation expenses (actual cost, maximum of 2,000 yen per day)

*HRW internships may be recognized as university credits.For details, please check the conditions with your educational institution before consulting.

How to apply:

HRW recruitment portal sitehttps://careers.hrw.orgPlease access the following documents and submit the following:
① English resume (CV)
② Motivation letter (1 Japanese and English each)
③ Writing sample (1 Japanese and English each)

Selection will only be eligible if all of the above application documents are available.We do not respond to inquiries via email of application documents or phone or email regarding the selection status.
As there are many applicants, we apologize for the inconvenience, but we will only contact those who have passed the selection process.Thank you for your understanding.

*If you have any technical problems when applying, please contact [email protected].

HRW actively recruits a diverse range of talent.We do not discriminate against any disability, age, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or criminal record, so we look forward to receiving applications from people with diverse backgrounds.

Asia Division Intern

Application Deadline: 23 July 2025

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 September 2025 through the end of March 2026, dates and times are flexible. 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:https://careers.hrw.organd attaching aCV/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 [email protected]. Due to the large response, application submissions via email will not be accepted and inquiries regarding the status of applications will go unanswered.

Human Rights Watch is strong because it is diverse. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds based anywhere to apply. Human Rights Watch does not discriminate on the basis of disability, age, gender identity and expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or criminal record. We welcome all kinds of diversity. Our employees include people who are parents and nonparents, the self-taught and university educated, and from a wide span of socio-economic backgrounds and perspectives on the world. Human Rights Watch is an equal opportunity employer.

Human Rights Watch is an international human rights monitoring and advocacy organization known for its in-depth investigations, its incisive and timely reporting, its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its success in changing the human rights-related policies and practices of influential governments and international institutions.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements