Internship – International Department

Are you passionate about youth issues and international cooperation? Are you interested in gaining practical experience in projects that empower young people and strengthen their ability to shape their future?

Fryshuset is seeking two interns for our International Department for the spring semester of 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our international collaborations, develop your administrative and organizational skills, and work closely with our experienced team.

About the internship

The interns will support Fryshuset’s international projects through administrative and organizational tasks. Responsibilities may include:

• Planning and coordinating meetings, workshops, and travel
• Managing and compiling data and statistics
• Preparing materials, presentations, and reports
• Assisting with project applications and documentation
• Other administrative tasks that contribute to project implementation

Two internship positions are available:

• One primarily working with EU-funded projects
• One primarily working with Sida-funded programme

Candidate profile

• Students for whom the internship is part of their studies
• Relevant academic background: international relations, political science, social work, communication, administration, youth work, or similar
• Language requirements: strong English (required), Swedish is desirable; additional languages such as Spanish, Romanian, Armenian, Ukrainian, or Dutch are a plus
• Motivated, organized, curious, and able to work independently

Practical information

• Period: Spring semester 2026
• Working hours: Full-time
• Compensation: Unpaid internship; student financial aid (CSN) may be available if the internship is part of a study program
• Location: Fryshuset’s office, Hammarby Sjöstad, Stockholm
• Supervision: Interns will receive support and guidance from the International Department team
• Eligibility: The intern must already live and study in Sweden; Fryshuset cannot provide visa sponsorship or similar support

About Fryshuset

Fryshuset is a non-profit organization that creates safe spaces and opportunities for young people. We work both nationally and internationally to support youth development, promote inclusion, and empower young people to lead change. Our International Department is responsible for projects in several countries and collaborates with partner organizations to strengthen youth participation, leadership, and civic engagement. For more information, see fryshuset.se.

Application

Please submit your application, including CV and cover letter (please highlight one strength, competence, or perspective that you believe would be valuable in this internship).

Application deadline: 31 October 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible, as the internship may be filled before the application deadline.