Deadline: July 19, 2026
Applications are open for the Australian Human Rights Institute Global Student Fellowship 2026. The Australian Human Rights Institute’s Global Student Fellowship program provides students with financial support to undertake a placement at a leading international development or human rights organisation in Australia or the Asia–Pacific region.
The Australian Human Rights Institute produces world-leading research and advances debate on critical human rights issues. Through research, education and strategic collaborations, the Institute is committed to protecting rights, dismantling inequality, and fostering a culture of accountability where human rights abuses are challenged and rectified.
Benefits
The Fellowship provides financial support to help cover costs associated with undertaking a placement, including travel, accommodation, rent and day-to-day living expenses. Support is offered through a three-tier funding model, with the amount determined by the location of the host organisation.
- Local placements (Sydney): AUD $6,500 (GST-free)
- Interstate placements: AUD $7,500 (GST-free)
- International placements: AUD $8,500 (GST-free)
Eligibility
- Applicants must be a student enrolled in any UNSW degree by coursework. Strong priority will be given to students in their penultimate year of study.
- Applicants must have at least one subject to complete upon return from their Fellowship in Term 1, 2027.
- Applicants must have a WAM of 70+ at the time of applying.
- Applicants must have the ability to complete the fellowship without compromising their studies, including assessments and examination periods.
- Applicants should have a demonstrated, strong interest and desire for a career in human rights and/or international development.
Application
Applicants are required to answer a set of questions and upload a CV as part of the application process. CVs should be up to date and include education, professional and volunteer experience (max. 2 pages).
For more information, visit Australian Human Rights Institute’s Global Student Fellowship.
