Placement: Stockholm
Fall 2026, 20 weeks
About the organisation
Right Livelihood is a courage-powered community for social change. We are committed to peace, justice and sustainability for all.
Each year, we honour change-makers offering concrete solutions to present-day challenges. Then, we go on to safeguard and support them throughout their lives. We advance their causes to contribute to urgent, long-lasting social change.
Sustainable change requires cooperation and diversity. That’s why we connect courageous and innovative people, creating an ever-growing global community.
Internship assignments
The selected candidate will support the planning and execution of events surrounding the 2026 Award Presentation, helping to create an impactful and engaging experience for the 2026 Laureates. The role offers hands-on experience in project coordination, stakeholder engagement and collaboration with civil society organisations.
Core tasks will include:
• Supporting the preparation and delivery of the days around the Award Presentation in collaboration with Laureates, their networks and internal teams
• Assisting in ongoing engagement and communication with Laureates to ensure their work is highlighted and connected to relevant audiences.
• Assist in Right Livelihood’s cooperation with Swedish civil society organisations and political stakeholders.
Qualifications
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Basic project coordination or event planning experience.
• Interest in civil society, social change, and global issues.
Merit experiences/competencies
• Multilingual skills beyond English.
• Experience engaging with civil society organisations, NGOs, or community networks.
As an intern at this organisation, you will work directly with the following Sustainable Development Goals:
