Civis invites applications for its Policy Leaders Internship Programme starting April 2026.
About the Organisation
Civis is a public policy organisation working to make laws more accessible and participatory by enabling citizens to understand draft legislation and provide informed feedback. The organisation focuses on strengthening engagement between individuals and policymaking institutions through research-based initiatives, simplified legal communication, and structured public consultation support.
Its work includes translating complex draft laws into accessible formats, facilitating citizen participation in legislative processes, and supporting transparency in governance. Through its programmes, Civis contributes to improving awareness of the law-making process and encouraging broader public involvement in policy discussions.
The Policy Leaders Internship Programme forms part of this effort by engaging students in policy research, legal communication, and outreach initiatives related to public participation in governance.
About the Internship
The Policy Leaders Internship Programme is a structured remote internship designed to provide exposure to the intersection of law, public policy, and civic engagement. The programme enables participants to work on simplifying legislative materials, analysing policy developments, and supporting initiatives aimed at improving accessibility of draft laws for wider audiences.
Interns contribute to research assignments and communication outputs connected with ongoing public consultation processes. The internship also includes participation in outreach initiatives designed to increase awareness about legislative developments and encourage citizen engagement with policy frameworks.
The programme supports development of research, writing, and communication skills relevant to careers in public policy, legislative research, and governance.
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Mode of Internship
The internship will be conducted in remote mode.
Participants are expected to engage with assigned research and outreach activities throughout the internship duration.
Duration
The duration of the internship is twelve weeks.
The internship is scheduled to run from April to June 2026, with the programme commencing on 15 April 2026.
Stipend
A stipend will be provided to selected interns.
The exact amount of the stipend has not been specified by the organisation.
Eligibility Criteria
Applications are open to students from law and public policy backgrounds.
Applicants should be in the third year or above of their academic programme at the time of application.
Candidates should demonstrate interest in legislative research, public engagement, and policy communication.
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Roles and Responsibilities
Selected interns may be required to:
- Simplify draft laws and policy documents for public accessibility
- Conduct research on contemporary policy issues
- Prepare explainers, blogs, and communication materials
- Support online and offline outreach initiatives related to public consultations
Assignments may vary depending on programme requirements during the internship period.
What You Will Gain
Participants may gain exposure to public consultation processes connected with legislative developments and policy engagement initiatives. The internship supports development of policy research and communication skills through structured assignments and collaborative outputs.
Interns also gain familiarity with institutional law-making processes and methods used to improve accessibility of draft legislation for wider audiences. A certificate is issued upon successful completion of the internship programme.
Important Dates
Shortlisting for Round II: 8 April 2026
Internship Start Date: 15 April 2026
Applicants are advised to submit applications before the shortlisting deadline.
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