Fundraising and Research Intern

• Research and identify grant opportunities, support proposal and donor-report drafting, and build MiR's donor database and fundraising pipeline.
• Conduct literature reviews and data collection on host communities or refugee wellbeing to strengthen evidence-based programming and proposals.
• Leverage university networks to recruit interns, advocates, and event partners, expanding MiR's presence in academic and student communities.

This role directly supports MiR's mission to promote physical and mental health through sport for conflict-affected communities, by securing funding and generating evidence that strengthens programs for refugees and host communities.

• Strong research and writing skills, with a background in international development, public policy, social sciences, or related fields depending on track.
• Genuine interest in MiR's mission and ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience with student societies, outreach, or event organizing is an advantage for the Global University Outreach track.

Unpaid internship; flexible 5–20 hours per week over a minimum of 4 months; remote with possible field visit to Cox's Bazar; mentorship from experienced practitioners; formal reference letter upon completion; access to MiR's network of academic, UN, and civil society partners.

Movement in Refuge (MiR) is an international organization promoting physical and mental health through sport and movement training for conflict-affected communities, starting in the Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh and expanding to host communities.