Internship: Supporting ODA campaign in Netherlands

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We are committed to a world in which everyone has equal opportunities—regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. A world in which we address climate change and reduce income inequality.

For the period September 2026 through the end of January 2027, various internship opportunities are available. Please clearly indicate in your application which internship(s) you are interested in. If you are applying for multiple internships, please state your preference in your cover letter.

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This internship is hosted by the ODA project within the GREEN/Climate Resilience unit at Oxfam Novib but also works a lot with the Engagement Department Campaigning and Influencing Unit. In this project we work together with Cordaid and the ONE campaign to show the added value of Development Cooperation and the investment in Peace. The internship will focus on using the developed Bilateral Cooperation game by students of the University of Groningen in more events and also assist at the 4th Oxfam Novib Political Lab that will take place in October,   

Through this work, you will gain insights into influencing Dutch politics and public campaigning around Development Cooperation.

Key Tasks
📝 Execute a plan about the game in future events

🤝Assist in events like the political lab, linked IN posts around ‘Investing in Peace’ ODA campaign

🤝Assist in being the bridge between Programs and Engagement Department together with the ODA campaigner

🛠 Perform ad hoc tasks as needed, including note-taking, event organization, logistics and administrative support.

Who Are We Looking For?

🎓 Currently following a master’s degree in Development Studies or a related study.
📚 A good understanding of Development Cooperation and Peace building.

✍️ Excellent writing, editing, organizational, and coordination skills.
🧠 Analytical and independent thinker, creative problem-solver.
💡 Affinity with coordination and communications.
🌟 Highly motivated, proactive, result-oriented, and creative.
🌈 Strong cultural sensitivity and gender awareness.
🗣 Fluency in English required.

When can you do an internship with us?

For this internship, we are looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

You are 18 years or older and enrolled throughout the entire internship period at a Dutch educational institution (HBO or university level). You have the legal right to live and work in the Netherlands, or you can obtain this through your study programme (via a three-party internship agreement). In addition, you have less than 3 years of relevant full-time work experience and have not previously been employed by Oxfam Novib.

Please note: this internship is intended as work experience and career orientation and is not suitable as a graduation internship.

Our offer

You will receive an internship agreement and a monthly allowance of €450 based on a 36-hour work week (pro rata for fewer hours). The minimum number of working hours is 24 per week.

We offer a hybrid working model: at least two days per week at our office in The Hague and the rest from home. Travel costs are reimbursed if you do not have a student public transport card.

The internship runs from September 2026 until the end of January 2027 (approximately 5 months); an earlier start date is not possible. Supervision and guidance will be provided throughout the internship. Our preference is to use the UNL internship agreement, if this is accepted by your educational institution.

Doing an internship at Oxfam Novib

Our work is guided by the core values of Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality. We work according to the Feminist Principles of Oxfam.

We strive for a diverse and inclusive working environment and have a strict policy against any form of misconduct, including abuse of power, harassment and financial misconduct. This is part of our recruitment and selection process.

We will ask selected candidates to provide a reference (for example from an educational institution or another source).

Is this internship right for you?

Do you think this internship is a good fit? We would love to hear from you!
Apply via our application portal by 4 June 2026.

If you are applying for multiple internships, please clearly indicate this in your cover letter for each internship you apply for.

For questions, please contact Mariska Bodewes, Corporate Recruiter via Mariska.bodewes-vanes@oxfamnovib.nl