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Heinrich Böll Foundation Internship In USA
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Scholarship description
Heinrich Böll Foundation Internship offers a monthly stipend of $700 for full-time positions and proportionally less for part-time interns in Washington, DC, USA.
The Democracy & Foreign Policy intern will work with supervisors from our Transatlantic Democracy and Foreign and Security Policy programs.
In this article, we will be reviewing the necessary details and procedures for applying for the Heinrich Böll Foundation Internship.
Scholarship summary
Host Country
Category
Eligible Countries
Language Proficiency
Not Required
Award Type
Fully Funded
Award Amount
$2,100
Deadline
Oct 30th, 2026Expires Today
Essay Required
No
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Scholarship Details
The Heinrich Böll Foundation Internship is looking for Foreign Policy and Communications, Global Dialogue, as well as Climate and Democracy Interns for the spring of 2027.
The Transatlantic Democracy program brings together US and German policymakers, activists, experts, civil society organizations, and community leaders to explore issues that challenge our democracies.
The Foreign and Security Policy program addresses issues of global peace & security, democracy, and human rights from a global perspective.
Eligible Countries
Scholarship Requirements
Basic Requirements
experience in the relevant program area
a genuine interest in the values and mission of the foundation
competent command of English (German is not a requirement)
a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week for 3 to 6 months (part-time only on a case-by-case basis)
at least 2 years of university-level experience
currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program OR recent (< 1 year) Bachelor's degree recipients
Applications from mid-career professionals or applicants who have already completed a Master's or Ph.D. will not be accepted.
Benefits
A monthly stipend of $700 for full-time positions and proportionally less for part-time positions
5 paid vacation days per 3-month period for full-time internships
Most of the costs associated with a visa application can be covered by the foundation
Eligible Courses
- Accountancy
- Adult And Non Formal Education
- Adult Education
- Adult Education /Political Science
- Adult Education/Economics And Statistics
- Adult Education/English Literature
- Adult Education/Geography/Physics And Regional Planning
- Agricultural Science And Education
- Business Education
- Busness Education
- African And Asian Studies
- Arabic
- Arabic / Igbo
- Arabic And Islamic Studies
How to Apply
Here are five steps to apply for the Heinrich Böll Foundation Internship in USA:
- 1
Prepare Application:
Update your resume and draft a cover letter aligning with the internship requirements.
Check Eligibility:
Ensure you meet basic requirements, including experience in program areas and language proficiency.
Submit Application:
Apply early, as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Deadline is October 30th.
Prepare for Interview:
Familiarize yourself with program areas and recent activities for a potential interview.
Explore Funding:
Due to DC’s cost, consider seeking external funding or scholarships for support.
Tailor your application to showcase skills and passion for the foundation’s mission. Good luck!
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