Refugee Research Internship in Cape Town, South Africa
Program Overview
Explore a meaningful opportunity to tackle global challenges related to human displacement through an internship with the Scalabrini Institute of Human Mobility in Africa (SIHMA). Spanning five to six months and based in Cape Town, this internship focuses on scientific research and data analysis, providing an in-depth exploration of human rights issues in the context of migration. SIHMA actively a...
Explore a meaningful opportunity to tackle global challenges related to human displacement through an internship with the Scalabrini Institute of Human Mobility in Africa (SIHMA). Spanning five to six months and based in Cape Town, this internship focuses on scientific research and data analysis, providing an in-depth exploration of human rights issues in the context of migration. SIHMA actively advocates for the rights of refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants, disseminating crucial information on policies that safeguard the rights of individuals in motion. Your responsibilities will include collecting and analyzing data, participating in forums and workshops for donors, conducting thorough literature reviews, and crafting insightful write-ups.
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- 3-6 Months
- Human Rights
- Human Rights
- Writing
- Albanian
- American
- Andorran
- Antarctica
- Antiguan & Barbudan
- Argentinian
Updated Jan 15, 2026
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Locations
- Cape Town, South Africa
Types & Subjects
- Fields
- Human Rights
- Causes
- Human Rights
- Writing
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- Albanian
- American
- Andorran
- Antarctica
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
21+
Duration
- 3-6 Months
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The SIHMA Refugee Research Internship provides an exceptional opportunity for individuals with research skills and a passion for human rights to contribute to significant change. Interns collaborate with an organization in Cape Town to conduct scientific research, publish journals and reports, and advocate for legislative changes that promote the rights and dignity of migrants in South Africa.
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