Friends of the Congo offers virtual, unpaid, biannual internship opportunities for high school and undergraduate students during the Spring (February, March, April, May) and Fall (August, September, October, November) months. Interns will be matched with an advising Coordinator and will have the opportunity to gain experience in areas such as peace and conflict resolution, social justice movements, international advocacy, social media activism, grassroots organizing and fundraising, African politics, U.S. foreign policy, African education and research, and much more.

Resumes from those interested in completing a Spring 2026 internship have been received, and we are no longer accepting resumes for the spring.
Resumes from those interested in completing a Fall 2026 internship will be received beginning on Monday, June 1, 2026. Please call 202-584-6512 for more information.