Paid Advocacy and Research Internship with ICAN 2025

The International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN), the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize recipient, invites applications for its Advocacy and Research Internship at its Geneva headquarters. This 10-week paid internship, starting in 2025, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to global nuclear disarmament efforts. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until 16 May 2025.

Internship Overview

As an intern, you’ll work closely with the Policy and Research Coordinator and Advocacy Officer to advance the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) and address the humanitarian impacts of nuclear weapons. Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with ICAN’s 2025 global nuclear weapons spending report.

• Updating an interactive map tracking human and environmental impacts of nuclear detonations.

• Drafting briefings for campaigners, diplomats, and media.

• Supporting commemorations for the 80th anniversaries of the first nuclear test and Hiroshima/Nagasaki bombings.

• Conducting outreach to parliamentarians, foreign ministries, and Swiss campaigners.

• Coordinating national advocacy efforts, particularly in Switzerland.

Duration: 10 weeks (80% full-time equivalent).
Location: Geneva, Switzerland (preference for candidates with legal work authorization in Switzerland; remote work not specified).
Stipend: CHF 3,400/month.

Benefits

• Hands-On Experience: Gain expertise in international law, policy research, and advocacy alongside seasoned campaigners.

• Skill Development: Enhance data analysis, briefing writing, and public outreach skills.

• Global Network: Collaborate with ICAN’s coalition of 700+ NGOs, survivors’ groups, and diplomatic partners.

• Career Impact: Strengthen your resume for roles in international law, human rights, or policy advocacy.

• Mentorship: Receive ongoing training and guidance in a dynamic NGO environment.

Eligibility

• Education: Current students or recent graduates (within 12 months) from any degree programme.

• Skills: Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities; capacity to work independently under tight deadlines.

• Interests: Keen interest in international law and nuclear disarmament; prior knowledge of nuclear policy is an asset.

• Diversity: ICAN encourages applications from candidates of colour, Indigenous individuals, LGBQTI+SB, women, non-binary individuals, people with disabilities, and those from nuclear-affected communities.

• Work Authorization: Candidates must have or secure the legal right to live and work in Switzerland for the internship period.

• Language: Fluency in English; additional languages (e.g., French) are advantageous.

Application Process

Deadline: 16 May 2025 (rolling selection; apply early).
Submit the following in PDF format to jobs@icanw.org with the subject line: Application Research and Advocacy Intern SURNAME NAME:

1. CV (named SURNAME_Name_CV).

2. Cover letter (named SURNAME_Name_CL).

3. Writing sample (named SURNAME_Name_Writing).

Apply now

Join ICAN’s mission to create a nuclear-free world. Apply by 16 May 2025 to make a lasting impact on global disarmament!

link: https://www.icanw.org/careers_advocacy_research_internship