Remote Legal Support for Human Rights Advocacy Internships: Hosted out of Tanzania
This online law internship out of Tanzania helps NGOs to provide pro bono assistance to vulnerable people in human rights, discrimination, anti-corruption and gender equality issues. There is a wide range of specialization possible, including criminal law, civil law, marriage law, commercial law, labour & employment law, or inheritance law.
What to expect from your Legal Support for Human Rights Advocacy internship:
- Intern with an NGO providing human rights legal support to disadvantaged people
- Intern with a law firm active in many legal specialties
- Supervision from a qualified and experienced lawyer
- Get insights in real court cases and learn from experienced attorneys how to prepare for court hearings
- Learn about the empowerment of underprivileged women and disadvantaged minorities in Tanzania
- Gain practical international work experience by interning remotely from home without having to travel
Your internship abroad host organization:
- Legal support NGOs
- Law firms
Internship details
Gain practical legal experience in human rights, anti-corruption, criminal law and commercial law on this online legal internship that helps NGOs in Tanzania provide pro bono assistance to vulnerable people.
This is a remote internship you can undertake virtually from home. Click here to view in-country Law & Human Rights Support internships, if you would prefer to intern abroad.
This online law internship out of Tanzania presents a unique opportunity for those looking to use their law education and experience to provide legal assistance to vulnerable people in Africa. Remote legal internships out of Tanzania are available in either NGOs that provide free services to disadvantaged people, or in local law firms, assisting lawyers with daily tasks.
Inequality in Tanzania means many people are denied basic human rights, however law interns in NGOs can help to provide pro bono assistance in areas such as labour law, family law, criminal law, commercial law and discrimination. Online legal interns can assist NGOs with campaigns aiming to address human rights issues, such as gender inequality in Tanzania. This can involve writing legal documents, website and social media content to support these causes. There may also be scope to collaborate with a lawyer who specializes in Human Trafficking and Combination of Sharia Law with Common Law.
Remote internships in law firms in Tanzania involve assisting lawyers with writing reports, preparing legal and court documents, and writing content for websites, social media and newsletters. Legal interns can also provide opinions on real and hypothetical cases, compare and contrast laws of various countries, and practice questioning witnesses.
In all cases, interns should expect that the initial phase of their remote internship will focus on gaining some introductory knowledge. You may start by gaining an understanding or overview of what you can build upon, develop, learn, and contribute. Ensure that you ask questions and provide feedback during the introductory period, so that your supervisor understands how you’re progressing. This will help them to better understand important details, such as how quickly you learn, what you find challenging, what you find interesting, etc.
Understand and expect that individual internship experiences vary. Therefore, if you’re at a more introductory level, you should reasonably expect a more introductory internship. Likewise, if you’re interning for a shorter duration, you will have a different experience from someone who is interning for a longer duration. Placement preferences are considered but always subject to availability.
What are the career benefits of interning abroad as a Legal Support for Human Rights Advocacy Intern?
Legal Support for Human Rights Advocacy interns learn from a qualified and experienced supervisor, and can be involved in:
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A range of legal specialities, including labour law, family law, criminal law, commercial law or discrimination
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Writing legal reports
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Preparing legal or court documents
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Writing content for websites
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Producing social media content
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Providing legal opinions
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Comparing laws of different jurisdictions
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Questioning witnesses
Professional development opportunities:
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Learn about the application of Commonwealth law in Tanzania
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Learn from real and hypothetical cases, and discuss them with experienced local attorneys
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Gain an understanding of human rights issues and the legal difficulties of underprivileged members of society
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Learn about processes and preparations for court hearings
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Get to know the work of an NGOs active in the field of human rights and women’s rights
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Gain practical skills and boost your employability, with guidance from Intern Abroad HQ’s Experiential Learning Curriculum to support your learning and cultural intelligence
Are you eligible for this internship?
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Academic credit available for all internships
Get course credit from your college or university while completing your internship abroad or a remote internship program. It's a great way to meet your academic requirements and gain valuable experience at the same time.
Learn about course creditProgram fees
It's free to apply for this internship. Once we have reviewed your suitability and accepted you onto this program, a deposit of US$499 is required to confirm your place. The remaining balance (minus your initial US$499 deposit) will be due within 7 days of being assigned a placement.
Duration |
Program Fee |
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| 100 hours (3 weeks full time, or 5 weeks part time) | $1,099 |
| 250 hours (8 weeks full time, or 12 weeks part time) | $1,499 |
| 350 hours (13 weeks full time, or 17 weeks part time) | $1,799 |
- Dedicated support before, during, and after your internship
- Sourcing and securing your internship placement
- Personalization of your internship plan
- Orientation and coaching with your supervisor
- Documented portfolio of your experiential learnings
- Academic credit facilitation
- International reference letter
- Certificate of Internship Completion
What recent Legal Support for Human Rights Advocacy interns said about their experience
My favorite moments from this internship were the open conversations I had with my supervisor. These discussions went beyond the professional context and were truly invaluable. We talked about everything from food to politics and global issues, so as a high school student, I had the chance to discover a completely different perspective. After interacting with professionals in the legal field, reviewing official legal documents, and learning about justice systems and structures from around the world, I am more empowered to pursue a career in law. The remote Legal Support for Human Rights Advocacy internship (hosted out of Tanzania) has solidified my aspiration to pursue a career in law. Eventually, I plan to gain as much experience as I can and obtain a law degree.
I have always had a curiosity about human rights in African countries but I haven’t had the chance to hear about the reality of those countries directly from the people living there. Thus, this remote internship has allowed me to gain a new perspective on human rights, has empowered me and provided a significant and impactful learning point.
This experience has not only deepened my passion for social justice, but also inspired me to pursue further studies and a career in advocacy and community education. During my internship I conducted research and analyzed information, developed educational materials, identified key legal issues and response gaps, and provided input and suggestions for developing strategies. My internship has provided a solid foundation in legal principles, human rights law, and an understanding of legal systems. Overall, my favorite outcome was the realization that I can make a meaningful impact through my work, and that knowledge will become a driving force in shaping my future endeavors and aspirations.
The internship role helped me to understand the Tanzanian legal system, the correlation between legal practice and human rights, and also provided me with the opportunity to interact with the local community. I learned how to communicate effectively in different cultural contexts and how to adapt to different legal practices. I collaborated with a diverse cross-cultural team to provide legal aid, promote human rights services, and solve the legal problems of the local community. In addition to this, I also assisted in organizing online training and resource sharing to improve the community's accessibility and understanding of legal knowledge. My internship experience has deepened my understanding of human rights and social justice, given me practical skills and laid a solid foundation for my future career path in the field of human rights.
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