The Heinrich Boll Foundation Internship Program is an esteemed initiative offered by the Heinrich Böll Foundation, a German political foundation associated with the Green Party. The internship provides a valuable opportunity for individuals interested in gaining practical experience in areas such as politics, international relations, environmental policy, social justice, and human rights.
This program is designed to offer participants hands-on experience and insight into the foundation’s work and values. Interns engage in various activities, including research, project support, event organization, and communication tasks related to the foundation’s focal areas. They have the chance to contribute to ongoing projects, publications, and events while working closely with experts, scholars, and professionals in their respective fields.
The Heinrich Böll Foundation Internship Program is typically open to students, recent graduates, or young professionals passionate about social and political issues. Proficiency in German and English is often required, as the foundation operates in both languages. Interns are encouraged to bring their perspectives, ideas, and dedication to the program, contributing to the foundation’s mission of promoting democracy, sustainability, and social justice.
The internship at the Heinrich Böll Foundation provides an enriching and immersive experience for individuals eager to deepen their understanding of political foundations, environmental policies, and social movements while actively engaging in meaningful projects and initiatives.
The Transatlantic Democracy program serves as a nexus for policymakers, activists, experts, civil society organizations, and community leaders from the United States and Germany, facilitating discussions on challenges faced by contemporary democracies. Emphasizing civil rights, domestic policies, democratic resilience, and historical reconciliation, the program orchestrates diverse activities aimed at addressing these pivotal issues.
Concurrently, the Foreign and Security Policy program adopts a global perspective in scrutinizing matters concerning global peace, security, democracy, and human rights. Current focal points encompass the transatlantic relationship, the Ukrainian conflict, and the trajectory of the multilateral order. Program formats typically involve panel discussions, publication of policy briefs and articles, as well as study tours and delegation visits.
This internship opportunity caters to students specializing in international relations, public policy, history, or German and European politics. Prospective applicants should possess a solid comprehension of the American and German political landscapes and demonstrate an avid interest in pertinent policy challenges within both program domains. Candidates keen on contributing to global dialogue formats, such as public events, workshops, and study tours, while pursuing independent research on issues pertinent to the program areas, are particularly encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- A monthly stipend of $700 for full-time positions and proportionally less for part-time
- 5 paid vacation days per 3 month period for full-time internships
- Most of the costs associated with a visa application can be covered by the foundation
Requirements For The Heinrich Boll Foundation Internship Program
- Experience in at least one of our program areas
- A genuine interest in the values and mission of the foundation
- Competent command of English (German is not a requirement)
- A full-time commitment of 40 hours per week for 3 to 6 months (part-time only on a case-by-case basis)
- At least 2 years of university-level experience
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program OR recent (< 1 year) Bachelor’s degree recipients
Administrative Responsibilities
- Provide logistical support for preparation and implementation of visitor programs and events
- Manage front desk duties (i.e. answer telephones, respond to information inquiries)
- Manage contact and program-specific databases
Communications
- Develop social media content and communications strategies
- Update content on our website and blogs
Research
- Conduct background research on topical issues and current events
- Prepare research for upcoming events, tours, and speaker’s series
Documents Required for Application
In addition to routine tasks, interns are required to complete a capstone project on a topic of their choosing. Capstones can be one extensive piece or a combination of the following:
- 5-10 page policy paper (see an example paper here).
- Interview with a policy expert (either article or video)
- Script for a 2-3 min explanatory video
- Series of short blog pieces or op-eds
Application Deadline: January 10, 2024.
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