External Affairs Internship – Prague

About the role

RFE/RL offers an in-person internship in its External Affairs department at its headquarters in Prague, Czech Republic. The preferred duration is three months, with a minimum of 10 hours per week. It is presented as a training experience designed to support professional growth, with practical assignments, guidance, reflection and feedback in a supportive environment.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to meaningful assignments and projects exploring your areas of interest
• Learn how independent journalism supports audiences in RFE/RL's broadcast regions
• Take part in departmental activities depending on your skills, interests and motivation
• Observe the department's day-to-day work and its processes

Required profile

• University students and recent graduates up to one year after graduation, based in Prague and in good academic standing
• Fluency in English required; Czech would also be helpful
• Educational background or experience in communications, journalism, political science, international relations or a related field
• Strong interest in current affairs, journalism and RFE/RL's history and mission

Required skills

• Communication, presentation and organizational skills
• Public speaking and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to organize and run tours and visits