Internship Ref: 2026/29
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is a leading UN agency promoting humane and orderly migration. It works with governments and partners to save lives, protect people on the move, and facilitate pathways for regular migration. IOM fosters an inclusive workplace and offers internships to talented students and graduates interested in migration-related fields.
Job Purpose
This internship provides practical learning exposure to IOM Albania's work in migration, asylum, protection, diaspora engagement, and migration governance. The intern will support the Country Office with research, documentation, coordination, and administrative tasks. The assignment aligns with IOM’s Internship Programme, offering young individuals from relevant academic backgrounds an opportunity to enhance their educational experience through meaningful exposure to migration-related work. The role is particularly suited for candidates with a background in Global Law and Transnational Legal Studies, with a specific interest or thesis work on Albania’s asylum system, and prior engagement in human rights, youth resilience, or diaspora initiatives.
Responsibilities
The intern will work under the supervision of the Head of Office and a designated supervisor, ensuring assignments are meaningful and aligned with their field of study. Key learning objectives include gaining practical exposure to IOM Albania's migration-related activities, developing research, analytical, and drafting skills by supporting legal and policy research, and assisting in the preparation of various written materials. The intern will also support administrative, coordination, and documentation tasks for meetings and programme activities. Furthermore, the role focuses on strengthening professional competencies in teamwork, communication, accountability, confidentiality, and ethical conduct, adhering to IOM standards. The internship includes on-the-job learning, guidance, participation in internal meetings, and completion of mandatory training.
Work Experience
Previous internship, volunteering, academic, or civic engagement experience in migration, human rights, youth engagement, legal research, public administration, or civil society is desirable. Experience in research, reviewing legal/policy materials, drafting written inputs, and supporting administrative tasks is advantageous. Prior involvement in organizing or supporting meetings, workshops, or coordination activities is also beneficial.
Skills
Strong research, analytical, drafting, and communication skills. Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the capacity to handle information with discretion and confidentiality.