Careers Service
Turn your passion for Human Rights into a career that can make a difference.
Having obtained the EMA Diploma, many graduates find job opportunities with human rights organisations (both governmental and non-governmental, international and national), which might put them to work in field missions (electoral observation, human rights monitoring, international cooperation projects) or as officials taking care of the activities carried out at headquarters. In a number of cases, graduates are involved in human rights-related activities by their home Ministries of Foreign Affairs or are seconded by them to work for international institutions. In many cases, access to these institutions starts with an internship period. Some graduates pursue further academic studies and research.
EMAlumni Career day
Each year alumni from different generations come to Venice and share their experiences and advice with current students. This #CareerDay, organised by EMAlumni Association, is a great opportunity to discuss career perspectives and to learn firsthand about the different career pathways and choices made by graduates at the programme and to connect with the large EMAlumni community.
As an alumna told us, “The human rights’ field is probably one of the most interesting fields to be in, but it can also be very challenging, professionally but also personally.”
Careers Orientation and Mentoring Programme
As an umbrella community encompassing graduates from all Global Campus Master’s programmes and regional alumni associations such as EMA Alumni, the Global Campus Alumni network offers Careers Orientation sessions and a Mentoring Programme that connect recent graduates with more experienced alumni for guidance and the exchange of ideas.
Specifically, the Mentoring Programme is a learning partnership in which mentees meet regularly with their mentors to receive support for their professional and personal development — including exploring career paths, identifying goals, and defining strategies to achieve them. Mentors listen, ask questions, and offer advice once the mentee has had the opportunity to reflect on and explore their own options.
Graduate survey
Each year we survey the previous 3 cohorts of EMA graduates to learn about their employment status. On average, 96% of survey respondents report being employed within the first 6 months following graduation. Our alumni work in national, international, governmental, inter-governmental and non-governmental organisations, as well as research institutions. Some graduates have started their own company or provide consulting services to various organisations.
You can explore more unusual careers in human rights by visiting The Road Less Traveled, an initiative curated by an EMA alumna.
Graduate survey
Each year we survey the previous 3 cohorts of EMA graduates to learn about their employment status. On average, 96% of our graduates are employed within the first 6 months following graduation. Our alumni work in national, international, governmental, inter-governmental and non-governmental organisations, as well as research institutions. Some graduates have started their own company or provide consulting services to various organisations.
You can explore more unusual careers in human rights by visiting The Road Less Traveled, an initiative curated by an EMA alumna.
EMA Internship programme
The EMA Internship Programme, supported by the European Commission, stands as a transformative opportunity for recent graduates, offering a unique path to professional growth. The top 15 graduates of each cohort are offered a paid five-month internship with renowned organisations, including inter-governmental, governmental and non-governmental organisations.
Raúl Suárez Pascual
ICC Assembly
Netherlands
Raúl has been an exceptionally valuable addition... demonstrating an impressive ability to adapt... His contributions went far beyond routine internship duties.
Esnath Chambiwa
UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office
Kenya
Esnath has shown remarkable professionalism, dedication, and insight, playing a key role in advancing our regional child rights agenda... Her collaborative spirit and commitment to children’s rights have been truly commendable
Madelon van den Hoek Ostende
Basque Centre for Climate Change (BC3)
Spain
Madelon has been an outstanding intern, demonstrating exceptional resourcefulness and a remarkable capacity to work across multiple disciplines... Her intellectual maturity and collaborative spirit have made her a truly valuable presence
Luis Abstein
Delegation of the European Union to the Council of Europe in Strasbourg
France
Luis adapted very well to the working environment of the EU Delegation, demonstrating adaptability and capacity to work independently. His contributions, linguistic and substantial, to the drafting of reports, web articles and social media posts were highly appreciated.
Aureja Ugne Mozeryte
Amnesty International’s European Institutions Office in Brussels
Belgium
Aureja proved herself to be a genuine asset to the organization, and her performance throughout the internship was outstanding. She was offered a position upon its conclusion—a testament to Aureja and how well she has adapted to the city, the team and the organisation.
Adriana Díaz-Quirós Diéguez
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
China
Ms. Díaz-Quirós has been a great addition, proving to be highly competent in exploring new thematic areas, learning fast and delivering on tasks assigned in a high quality and timely manner.
Mentoring programme
This programme connects new graduates with more experienced alumni for guidance and exchange of ideas. It is a learning partnership by which mentees meet their mentors regularly to receive support on their professional and personal development, including career paths, exploring options, setting goals and strategies to achieve them. Mentors listen, question and offer advice once the mentee has had the opportunity to explore the options for themselves.
EMAlumni Association and Global Campus Alumni
Once you have graduated from the EMA programme you will be part of the EMAlumni Association, a community defined by peer learning, professional development and social bonds. You will meet their representatives at the EMA graduation ceremony!
You will also be part of Global Campus Alumni (GCA), the largest human rights alumni network with over 4000 graduates from around the world comprising all alumni from the Global Campus Master’s programmes. GCA organises activities, networking events and connects with Global Campus partners to promote the skills and ideas of the alumni.