Sakharov Human Rights Internship Grants

The Davis Center offers Sakharov Human Rights Internship Grants of up to $5,000 to carry out internships in organizations in Russia, Eastern Europe, or Central Asia whose activities contribute to the field of human rights, broadly defined.

Eligibility
Full-time currently-enrolled students at Harvard College who have an interest in human rights in this world area, and whose competency in the local language is sufficient to fulfill the terms of the internship. Depending on the particular placement and host organization, prior study of the local language may not be required. The Davis Center may be able to facilitate some internship placements; interested applicants should contact Donna Griesenbeck to discuss.

Requirements
Grant recipients are expected to carry out an internship of at least six weeks in Russia, Eastern Europe, or Central Asia. Upon completion of the internship, grant recipients shall submit an expense report and a brief narrative report describing their activities and accomplishments, any obstacles encountered, and any anticipated impact on future academic or career goals. Grant recipients are also expected to participate in Davis Center student outreach activities.

These grants may cover only a portion of your internship-related expenses, so be sure to apply to all eligible funding sources. See the Funding Sources Database for other options.

NOTE: Applications to the Sakharov Human Rights Internship Grant will also be considered for the Goldman Internship Grant. Do not submit duplicate applications for the Sakharov and Goldman Internship Grants.

Application Procedure

A complete application consists of the following:

• A completed printout of the Common Application for Research and Travel
• A statement of purpose, not to exceed 750 words, describing what you hope to gain from the internship and how it relates to your Harvard coursework and/or your future career plans. If possible, please attach documentation confirming the status of your internship.
• A current one-page resume
• A current official Harvard transcript (through the fall term)
• Two letters of recommendation, from either academic or professional references, either included with the application in a sealed, signed envelope, or sent directly to the Davis Center, 1730 Cambridge Street, 3rd Floor, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Completed applications must be submitted to the Davis Center by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2012. For the convenience of students applying to multiple funding sources, the Davis Center and a number of other organizations will receive applications on Friday, February 17, 2012, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. in CGIS South, Room S030, 1730 Cambridge Street, Concourse Level. If you cannot submit your application at that time, please contact Donna Griesenbeck by Friday, February 10, 2012.

Note: All documents must be SINGLE-SIDED and UNSTAPLED; use binder clips or paper clips only.

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Contact: Donna Griesenbeck, griesenb@fas.harvard.edu, 617.495.1194