Junior Research Fellow (Remote)

Job summary

This fully remote internship offers an opportunity for students, graduates, and early-career researchers to engage in policy research and related fields. Interns will develop essential research and analytical writing skills under structured supervision over an 8-week period.

Qualifications

• Open to Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals.
• Candidates should have a background in law, human rights, international relations, political science, public policy, governance, social sciences, management, business, economics, education, environmental studies, medicine, engineering, or related disciplines.
• Good written English skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews on approved topics related to policy, legal, human rights, governance, or international relations.
• Prepare research summaries, issue notes, and analytical briefs.
• Participate in online supervision sessions as needed.
• Draft a research paper, policy brief, or analytical report under supervision.
• Revise written work based on feedback and adhere to research standards.
• Meet deadlines while working remotely.
• Follow ethical research practices and maintain academic integrity.

Skills

• Strong interest in policy research, human rights, governance, or related areas.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Willingness to adhere to research methodologies and supervisor feedback.

Education

• Candidates from various academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including those in law, social sciences, and related fields.

Tools

• Familiarity with online research tools and platforms may be beneficial.