Heinrich Böll Foundation Internship 2027 in the USA
The Heinrich Böll Stiftung in Washington, DC is taking applications for its Spring 2027 Climate & Democracy Internship.
It’s a paid internship, starting on 1 March 2027 and lasting three to six months, and the foundation says it can help with a J-1 visa The deadline is 30 October 2026, so you have only a few days.
What Will You Do?
It’s a full-time role (40 hours a week), and you’ll mix several kinds of work. You’ll help with logistics for visitor programmes and events, run the front desk and keep contact and programme databases up to date.
You’ll write social media posts, update the website and blog, and draft copy. You’ll also do background research on current issues and prepare material for events and speaker series.
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Near the end, you’ll complete a capstone project on a topic you choose, such as a 5 to 10 page policy paper, an expert interview, a short video script or a series of blog posts or op-eds.
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Pay and Visa
The stipend is USD 700 a month for full-time work, and you get five paid vacation days for each three-month period. If you need a J-1 visa, the foundation says it can cover most of the costs, but approval isn’t guaranteed.
The listing doesn’t mention housing, health insurance or travel costs, so plan to pay for those yourself. Living in Washington, DC is expensive, so work out your budget before you apply.
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Who Can Apply?
You need to be studying for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or to have finished a Bachelor’s within the last year.
You should have at least two years of university study behind you, good English (German isn’t required) and a real interest in the foundation’s values. Mid-career professionals and people who already hold a Master’s or PhD aren’t accepted.
What to Send
- A US-style resume.
- A cover letter that includes a challenge statement. The statement is limited to 250 words and asks for a recent local example of democracy working differently, and what you learned from it.
The foundation also has a Foreign Policy and Communications internship for spring 2027, but I couldn’t check its details. Look at the foundation’s careers page for the current list.
How to Apply
Apply through the foundation’s BambooHR careers page. Read the listing carefully, write your challenge statement for this role, and don’t copy a template. Keep the cover letter short and specific.
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Deadline
30 October 2026.
FAQs
How much is the stipend?
USD 700 a month for full-time work.
Is the visa covered?
The foundation says it can cover most J-1 visa costs, but approval isn’t guaranteed.
How long is the internship?
Three to six months, starting 1 March 2027.
Can I apply if I already have a Master’s?
No. People who already hold a Master’s or PhD aren’t accepted.
Do I need German?
No. English is enough.