World Youth Alliance Internship Program International Internships
All international internships follow a standard application process. You will need to complete WYA’s Certified Training Program prior to starting your internship at the WYA Headquarters.
IMPORTANT: Incomplete applications will not be processed.
International Internship Categories
WYA Headquarters Internship
The WYA Headquarters Internship last for three months and gives young people an opportunity to gain first-hand training and experience in managing WYA’ global projects and leading membership campaigns. As part of the global headquarters, interns work directly with the WYA president. Interns will have the chance to be mentored in planning and executing WYA’s annual global projects such as the International Solidarity Forum, Manhattan International Film Festival, WYA Birthday Ball and International Summer Camp. WYA Headquarters interns may also lead fundraising projects and social media campaigns. If you have the experience and strong interest to be involved in project management and public relations, the WYA Headquarters Internship is very ideal for you.
WYA Marketing Internship
The WYA Marketing Internship is a 3-month program open to undergraduate students or young professionals majoring in Marketing, Design, Fine Arts or Advertising. Marketing interns support WYA’s Director of Communication. The WYA Marketing Internship will include projects from WYA’s 6 regional offices. A marketing intern’s’ responsibilities may include social media management, design and layout of WYA publicity materials, video production, photo documentation and marketing campaign development. If you are interested in learning how to communicate WYA’s work through various types of media, then this internship is for you. Apart from the application requirements listed below, marketing intern applicants should also include a portfolio of their best works. This can be submitted as a pdf or as a link to their online work.
WYA Advocacy Fellowship
Interns with experience and education in international relations, law, and/or policy may apply for an advocacy internship. General WYA interns may have opportunities to attend events of interest at the UN, but advocacy interns work is related to our international advocacy efforts. Depending on current needs and the interns’ skills, work may involve: representing WYA at the UN; communicating WYA’s work, viewpoint, and mission to our members and/or to possible allies who are delegates or members of civil society; research and writing; and developing advocacy materials.
Advocacy interns must have: education and/or experience in international relations and law/policy; command of core principles of international law; good analytical abilities; and excellent oral and written English. The following qualifications, while not required, will be viewed favorably: a degree in law; an advanced degree in international relations; Spanish/French language skills. Depending on the applicants’ skills and interests, and WYA’s needs, skills in networking and maintaining contacts, writing, teaching/presenting, creating content for training and campaigns will be useful. Interns with advanced degrees (master’s/magister degree, J.D. or L.L.M., or Ph.D.) who are interested in spending at least 6 months with WYA may be considered for advocacy fellowships. Please indicate this interest in your application. All applicants must submit a writing sample, in English, of at least 5 pages double-spaced, to be considered for any advocacy internship or fellowship.
FEMM Internship
FEMM Foundation, WYA’s sister organization is looking for leaders with a strong desire to promote authentic women’s health and empowerment through the provision of the FEMM program. The FEMM internship program is particularly suited to those who have an interest in health, wellness or medicine, and in educating and empowering women. FEMM Interns support the development, execution and expansion of FEMM programs, particularly FEMM Teacher Training (TT). Tasks may include Teacher Training education support, presentations on FEMM, research, materials development, website maintenance, promotion/marketing/social media and database tasks.
Successful FEMM interns are those with leadership abilities, strong communication skills, both written and verbal, familiarity with social media platforms and a passion for sharing FEMM with others. If you are interested in working closely with the FEMM Team and developing your own knowledge and expertise, while sharing the FEMM program with others, join the FEMM internship program. In addition to the requirements listed below, FEMM interns are required to complete the FEMM Teacher Training course (in advance of or as part of their internship). Learn more about FEMM from their website www.femmhealth.org.
Application Requirements
- Completed International Internship Application Form
- Resumé or Curriculum Vitae
- Two letters of recommendation
Submit your application to: education@wya.net
You will receive a confirmation receipt via email within three weeks of the internship application deadline only if your application is complete. If your application satisfies the criteria for selection, someone from our internship committee will contact you to arrange an interview.
NOTES:
- WYA is not responsible for assisting with or issuing visas for accepted applicants. WYA can only send an invitation letter as proof of acceptance into the internship program.
- Some regional internships provide accommodation. If you require accommodation, please inquire with the regional staff during the interview step of the application.
- Visa and transportation fees will be at the applicant’s expense.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.