Europe Research & Policy Intern (Remote)
Join the international team defending freedom in Ukraine!
Start/end dates flexible.
Please read to the end of this description for important instructions.
Role Description
Europe Research and Policy Interns will support our nonpartisan research, public education, and outreach efforts focused on Ukraine and its relationships with European countries. Interns will research European politics, public policies, legislation, and public opinion; monitor developments affecting Ukraine; and help produce accurate, accessible educational resources. Depending on their interests and skills, interns may focus on individual countries or contribute to Europe-wide projects involving policy analysis, media monitoring, disinformation research, fact-checking, and outreach to civil society organizations.
- Interns who show skill, initiative, and commitment may be invited to take on leadership roles on major projects.
- Note: For the purposes of this program, the UK and Ireland are regarded as part of Europe.
About Ukraine Defense Support (UDS)
UDS is a Seattle-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping the people of Ukraine defend their country from the Russian invasion. We provide aid, equipment, and technical support to Ukrainian military units. Our work is powered by a global network of volunteers and partner organizations. All UDS staff are unpaid volunteers.
Time commitment:
- Hours: 8+ hours/week on average (more if available)
- Duration: Minimum 3 months, with opportunity to extend
- Flexibility: We can accommodate exams, vacations, and other needs
Note: This is an ongoing program, and we are accepting volunteers on a rolling basis. Handshake requires us to list specific start/end dates, but in fact these dates are flexible according to your calendar or program requirements.
Program requirements and supervision
You will meet regularly with supervisors to discuss your tasks. We'll tailor your projects as much as possible to your preferences and career goals. Requirements:
- Complete our structured onboarding checklist.
- Attend at least one weekly check-in call with our team. Flexible scheduling available.
- Log your volunteer hours.
Qualifications
- Passion for helping Ukraine and making a positive impact
- Ability to work independently and remotely
- Attention to detail and ability to closely follow written instructions
- Interest in European society and politics
- Basic familiarity with online work tools, especially Google workspace (MS Office experience is sufficient)
- Online search and research skills
- Advantage - Fluency in one or more European languages (esp. German, French, Polish)
- Advantage - Familiarity with politics and society of at least one European country
Example Tasks (choose one or more):
- Policy research for an assigned country
- Legislation research for an assigned country: identifying, tracking, and analyzing legislation relevant to Ukraine
- Expand our contact list of pro-Ukraine organizations across Europe
- Expand our Europe press contact list
- Compile news, updates from an assigned country on an ongoing basis, to be featured in a newsletter and on social media
- Keep track of disinformation narratives circulating in an assigned country and compile into a regular report
- Identify and help amplify pro-Ukraine initiatives from groups across Europe: eg events, rallies, and other campaigns.
- Editing and fact-checking research products
- Write analysis articles to be featured on the EAU website and social media
- … and more.
What we offer
- Flexible hours and fully remote work
- Eligible for most institutions' college credit programs - we'll work with your school as needed
- Career development mentorship
- Proactive and supportive international team
- In-person networking with like-minded supporters of Ukraine in most major cities.
- Opportunity to support projects that will save lives
- A place on the right side of history
Important: This is an unpaid volunteer position.
How to Apply
- Fill out our intake form.
- Immediately schedule a video call with Catherine using this scheduling tool. Don’t wait for a reply from us - book your call right away.
Questions? Email Catherine at catherine.pedersen@ukrainedefensesupport.org