Location: Copenhagen (DCA HQ)
Duration: 1 September 2026 – 31 January 2027
Department: DCA Country Office Palestine
Reports to: International Coordinator
About the position
We are seeking a motivated and committed intern to support the advocacy work of our Palestine Country Office and joint advocacy campaigns. The internship offers an opportunity to contribute to human rights-based advocacy related to Palestine, working closely with the advocacy team.
The intern will support research, trends analysis, coordination, communications, and project management tasks, contributing to campaigns and policy engagement at the global level.
Key responsibilities
- Support advocacy, policy and research work related to Palestine, including trends analysis and background research
- Contribute to campaign and country-specific messaging and policy development
- Assist with research for reports, briefing notes, and advocacy tools
- Support day-to-day project management, including planning and preparation of meetings, workshops, and events
- Assist engagement and coalition-building efforts with civil society networks and partners across European capitals
- Support communications, press, social media, and campaign activities to maximise visibility and outreach
- Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities
- Proofreading, light translation, and other ad-hoc administrative tasks as needed
Required qualifications and skills
- Knowledge of the context in Palestine and Israel, including the latest political and humanitarian developments
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken
- Analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information
- Ability to use social media platforms for communications, and campaigns
- Experience with document-sharing platforms (e.g. Google Drive, SharePoint) and project management tools (e.g. Trello or similar)
- Organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Attention to detail, particularly in writing, editing, and proofreading
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an international team
Desired assets
- Background in international relations, political science, human rights, development studies, or related fields
- Familiarity with civil society organisations and public campaigns
- Experience supporting communications or advocacy activities
Personal qualities
- Interest in human rights and international advocacy
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in sensitive contexts
- Proactive, flexible, and willing to learn
What we offer
- Hands-on experience in international advocacy and policy work
- Exposure to joint advocacy campaigns
- A collaborative and international working environment at DCA’s HQ
- Working space at our HQ and IT equipment
- Free access to DCA’s canteen and lunch scheme
Please note: This internship is unpaid and must be undertaken as part of an ongoing university curriculum, based on a framework agreement with a university institution.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a brief cover letter by Friday, 1 May. Interviews are scheduled to take place between 11–22 May. Only applications that meet the above requirements will be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnic background. DCA conducts an anti-terror check as part of the recruitment process. It is a prerequisite that you can pass this check and maintain this status throughout your employment with us. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Code of Conduct, Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment and our Child Safeguarding Policy.
For further information regarding DCA, please visit our website at: https://www.danchurchaid.org/