Are you driven by a passion for human rights and committed to fostering a society free from gender-based violence? The National Commission on Violence Against Women (Komnas Perempuan) invites dedicated individuals to join its impactful internship programs, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of women's rights and the eradication of violence.
# Empowering Change: Komnas Perempuan Internship Program 2026
Established under Presidential Decree No. 181 of 1998 and recently updated by Presidential Regulation No. 8 of 2024, Komnas Perempuan is mandated to cultivate an environment conducive to eliminating violence against women and upholding women's human rights. In its continuous commitment to public engagement, Komnas Perempuan regularly opens its doors to interns, for instance, a current three-month opportunity from June to September 2024, designed to support the launch events marking two decades of the Law on the Eradication of Domestic Violence. Building on this tradition, we are now seeking enthusiastic candidates for our comprehensive Internship Program, Period 4, scheduled for November – December 2026.
## About Komnas Perempuan: Upholding Women's Rights
Komnas Perempuan serves as a pivotal national institution dedicated to combating all forms of violence against women and actively promoting, enforcing, and protecting women's human rights. Our mission involves collaborating with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds, experiences, expertise, and perspectives. We highly value a workplace that champions continuous learning, fosters collaboration, encourages open dialogue, and supports the capacity building of every individual. Our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating an environment that upholds integrity, humanitarian values, anti-violence principles, anti-discrimination, diversity, and inclusivity. Through our internship initiatives, we aim to provide a dynamic learning space where interns can immerse themselves in Komnas Perempuan's critical work, refine their skills, and contribute meaningfully to various operational units.
## The Komnas Perempuan Internship Program: November – December 2026
Komnas Perempuan offers a unique learning and development opportunity for individuals passionate about contributing to the cause of eradicating violence against women, advancing women's human rights, and strengthening women's movements. This program is specifically designed to enhance interns' capabilities through direct involvement in institutional activities, program management, analytical tasks, advocacy efforts, and other responsibilities aligned with Komnas Perempuan's core mandate. We welcome candidates from all educational backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and relevant skill sets who demonstrate a strong commitment to humanitarian values, equality, anti-violence, and anti-discrimination.
What We Offer
Through the Komnas Perempuan internship program, selected participants will have the chance to:
* Learn in a Diverse Environment: Engage within a setting that values diversity and inclusivity, while upholding humanitarian principles, anti-violence stances, and anti-discrimination practices.
* Gain Practical Experience: Acquire hands-on experience by directly supporting Komnas Perempuan's crucial initiatives and daily operations.
* Develop Core Skills: Enhance knowledge and abilities through active participation in program management, information analysis, development of activity materials, and relevant learning processes.
* Network with Experts: Interact with and learn from Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) and other professionals possessing diverse experiences and expertise in the field of eradicating violence against women.
* Foster Innovation: Receive a platform to develop personal perspectives, contribute new ideas, and strengthen collaborative skills through structured learning and mentorship, in accordance with established mechanisms.
* Contribute Meaningfully: Play a role in advancing women's human rights, commensurate with individual capabilities, assigned tasks, and specific internship learning objectives.
* Receive Daily Allowance: Interns who meet the specified requirements and conditions will be granted a daily allowance of Rp57,000, in line with the provisions of Ministry of Finance Regulation Number 32 of 2025 concerning the 2026 Fiscal Year Input Cost Standards. The disbursement of this allowance adheres to applicable regulations, including administrative prerequisites, attendance records, and payment mechanisms established by Komnas Perempuan.
It is important to note that the internship program is fundamentally a space for learning and contribution. The opportunities and experiences gained by interns will be tailored to the specific needs of the respective work units, the availability of mentorship, and the prevailing regulations within Komnas Perempuan.
Eligibility and Application Guidelines
To qualify for the internship program, including eligibility for the student daily allowance, prospective interns must meet the following criteria:
* Active University Student: Must be an active student enrolled in a Bachelor's (S1) or Diploma IV (D4) program.
* Official University Application Letter: Candidates are required to submit an official internship application letter from their respective higher education institution.
* Maximum Internship Duration: The internship for Period 4 in 2026 will run for a maximum of two (2) months.
* On-site (Offline) Participation: Interns are required to conduct all internship activities by being physically present at the Komnas Perempuan office, adhering to the established schedules and attendance regulations.
* No Duplicate Payments: Candidates must ensure that the daily allowance provided by Komnas Perempuan does not overlap or duplicate any other internship funding or facilities received from their university for the same period.
* Geotagging Attendance System: Interns are obligated to record their attendance using a presence system equipped with geotagging features, in accordance with the mechanisms set by Komnas Perempuan.
## Explore Diverse Internship Roles for 2026
Komnas Perempuan is seeking highly motivated individuals for various divisions during the November – December 2026 internship period.
1. Knowledge Center Division Internship
* Number of Interns Needed: 3
* Internship Type: Full-time
* Internship Period: November – December 2026
* Relevant Faculties/Majors: Studies/Knowledge Management
Interns in this division will gain valuable experience in managing and developing knowledge resources, including digital archives and data, document organization and classification, data digitization and updates, Komnas Perempuan publication management, and supporting research processes, document refinement, data retrieval, and knowledge dissemination.
Key Qualifications
* General:
* Ability to manage tasks in alignment with Komnas Perempuan's culture and values.
* Proficiency in computer operations, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, or similar data processing applications.
* Possesses high capability and willingness to learn.
* Demonstrates strong adaptability and communication skills.
* Studies:
* Capability in processing documents resulting from knowledge development within the Resource Center.
* Ability to assist in managing knowledge dissemination activities at Komnas Perempuan.
* Proficiency in documenting Komnas Perempuan's knowledge development archives.
* Skill in processing results of Komnas Perempuan's knowledge development.
* Aptitude for refining year 2026 documents.
* Knowledge Management:
* Ability to meticulously, systematically, and consistently input data.
* Skill in managing report data.
* Capability in mapping types of knowledge.
* Proficiency in managing digital archives.
* Ability to manage library resources.
Anticipated Responsibilities
* Knowledge Management:
* Input archive data into the archive inventory or the digital archive management system in use.
* Identify incomplete, inconsistent, or duplicate data and report them to the responsible person.
* Assist in arranging and grouping knowledge based on established classifications.
* Support the archive digitization process, including scanning documents and naming files according to regulations.
* Help organize digital archive folders and files for systematic storage and easy retrieval.
* Assist in periodic recapitulation and updating of archive data.
* Support the management of Komnas Perempuan publications data.
* Studies:
* Refine documents resulting from the Resource Center's knowledge development in 2026.
* Assist in the execution of knowledge dissemination activities.
* Help recapitulate the reach of dissemination participants.
* Support data retrieval required for the completion of knowledge documents.
* Assist in arranging and grouping knowledge according to established classifications.
2. Recovery System Development Division Internship
* Number of Interns Needed: 2
* Internship Type: Full-time
* Internship Period: November – December 2026
* Relevant Faculties/Majors: Social Sciences
Interns in this division will gain exposure to documentation and information management, including verbatim recording of meeting processes, updating partner data, and researching community-based practices that support Women Human Rights Defenders.
Key Qualifications
* Ability to accurately record meeting and discussion outcomes within the recovery unit (notetaker).
* Skill in compiling and updating partner databases.
* Capacity to collect data/information on community-based practices that provide collective support for Women Human Rights Defenders.
Anticipated Responsibilities
* Conduct verbatim recording of discussions during meetings organized by the Recovery System Development Division.
* Update partner data for the Recovery System Development Division through internet research and direct phone calls.
* Gather data/information via the internet regarding community-based practices that offer collective support for Women Human Rights Defenders.
3. International Advocacy Division Internship
* Number of Interns Needed: 1
* Internship Type: Full-time
* Internship Period: November – December 2026
* Relevant Faculties/Majors: Communication Science, International Relations, Political Science (Semesters 4-6)
This internship offers an opportunity to learn and contribute to international advocacy and institutional communication, encompassing technical and administrative preparation for activities, documentation and minute-taking, management and updating of the English-language website, creation of communication and digital publication materials, and managing correspondence, agendas, and follow-ups with national and international partners.
Key Qualifications
* Possesses excellent and meticulous administrative and document management skills.
* Capable of conducting simple desk research, interpreting policy documents/human rights instruments, and summarizing information.
* Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in English.
* Has basic skills in website and digital media management, including uploading and updating content.
* Basic graphic design and visual communication material processing skills are a plus.
* Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team, with strong time management skills to meet deadlines.
Anticipated Responsibilities
* Assist in the technical and administrative preparation for international advocacy activities, including coordinating participants, materials, invitations, attendance lists, documentation, and other technical needs.
* Support in documenting and preparing meeting minutes, including tidying and archiving resulting documents.
* Aid in the management and updating of the English website, which includes uploading news, activities, publications, documents, and other relevant information.
* Help prepare communication and publication materials for activities, including simple designs, captions, and digital information content.
* Assist in recapitulating and monitoring correspondence, invitations, meeting agendas, and communication follow-ups with national and international partners.
* Support other technical tasks related to the execution of international advocacy.
4. Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting, and Internal Oversight (PMEP & PI) Division Internship
* Number of Interns Needed: 4
* Internship Type: Full-time
* Internship Period: November – December 2026
* Relevant Faculties/Majors: Law/Management/Economics/Socio-Political/Government Administration
Interns will learn and contribute to planning, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and internal oversight. This includes preparing program and budget planning documents, processing proposed activity data and program achievements, drafting Annual Report materials, and inventorying and organizing supporting documents for BPK (State Audit Agency) examinations. Interns will also gain knowledge in administration, documentation, and follow-up monitoring in planning, reporting, and internal audit preparation processes.
Key Qualifications
* Proficiency in documentation and document management.
* Ability in administrative tasks and systematic document archiving.
* Competence in recording and documenting work processes.
* Basic skills in data and information management.
* Fundamental proficiency in using Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
Anticipated Responsibilities
* Planning and Budgeting Section (Focus: Supporting 2027 and 2028 Planning Preparation):
* Assist in preparing and organizing supporting documents for 2027 and 2028 program and budget planning, including Terms of Reference (TOR)/Activity Framework (KAK), budget plans (RAB), activity matrices, and related planning documents.
* Help recapitulate and process data for proposed programs/activities and budget requirements as input for 2027 and 2028 planning.
* Support the administration and documentation of the planning process, including preparing meeting materials, minutes, recording discussion outcomes, and monitoring follow-ups.
* Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting Section (Focus: Annual Report Preparation):
* Assist in collecting and recapitulating program/activity achievement data as material for the Annual Report.
* Help organize and verify the completeness of data and supporting achievement documents, including activity reports, achievement matrices, quantitative data, and other supporting evidence.
* Support the initial processing of Annual Report materials, including compiling information from work units, preparing matrices, documenting processes, and report drafting administration.
* Internal Oversight Section (Focus: BPK Audit Preparation):
* Assist in inventorying, collecting, and organizing supporting documents for BPK audits according to the required document list.
* Help recapitulate and verify the administrative completeness of audit documents, including recording available documents and those still needing completion.
* Support the administration and documentation of audit preparation processes, including archive arrangement, recording data/document requests, and follow-up on document completeness.
5. Community Participation Division Internship
* Number of Interns Needed: 2
* Internship Type: Full-time
* Internship Period: November – December 2026
* Relevant Faculties/Majors: Communication and Visual Communication Design
This internship offers the chance to learn and contribute to public communication, media management, and strengthening Komnas Perempuan's networks. This includes media news analysis, social media moderation, drafting news and digital content (designs, videos, narratives), and supporting the strengthening of relationships with Komnas Perempuan's partners and activity document administration.
Key Qualifications
* Possesses knowledge of women's issues and human rights.
* Has an extensive network.
* Capable of writing articles, including campus journalism.
* Can assist in social media management.
* Possesses basic design skills.
* Has basic video creation skills.
Anticipated Responsibilities
* Manage the database for media analysis and news coverage.
* Oversee moderation of Komnas Perempuan's social media channels.
* Draft news reports related to Komnas Perempuan.
* Assist in creating design, video, or narrative content for Komnas Perempuan's social media.
* Support activities aimed at strengthening relationships with Komnas Perempuan's network partners.
* Help with the administrative processing of activity documents.
6. Monitoring Division Internship
* Number of Interns Needed: 1
* Internship Type: Full-time
* Internship Period: November – December 2026
* Relevant Faculties/Majors: Social Sciences/Law
Interns will gain experience in monitoring, policy analysis, and complaint administration, including developing initial analyses of case recommendation monitoring trends, mapping relevant policies, editing and designing monitoring reports, recording meetings and work coordination, and managing outbound mail administration for the Referral Complaint Unit (UPR).
Key Qualifications
* Possesses knowledge of women's issues and human rights.
* Has an extensive network.
* Capable of writing articles and reports.
* Possesses basic graphic design skills.
* Ability to understand policy articles and regulations.
Anticipated Responsibilities
* Assist in conducting initial analysis related to case recommendation monitoring trends.
* Help create matrices of relevant policies.
* Support the graphic design of reports.
* Assist in editing monitoring reports.
* Help create minutes for internal or cross-unit work coordination meetings.
* Assist in recapitulating outgoing letters at the Referral Complaint Unit (UPR).
7. Working Group for Women Workers Internship
* Number of Interns Needed: 2
* Internship Type: Full-time
* Internship Period: November – December 2026
* Relevant Faculties/Majors: Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP)/Law/International Relations
Interns will have the opportunity to learn and contribute to documentation, knowledge management, and activity administration. This involves preparing minutes and proceedings, managing archives and partner databases, performing basic quality control of documents, conducting data and literature searches, and providing administrative and event organization support.
Key Qualifications
* Possesses basic knowledge of women's issues and human rights.
* Has fundamental writing skills.
* Possesses basic research skills.
* Demonstrates good communication skills.
Anticipated Responsibilities
* Compile minutes and transcripts of activities.
* Assist in archiving the partner database.
* Help with basic quality control of documents.
* Support the administration and organization of activities.
* Assist in basic data and literature searches.
8. Education Division Internship
* Number of Interns Needed: 1
* Internship Type: Full-time
* Internship Period: November – December 2026
* Relevant Faculties/Majors: Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP)/Law/International Relations
This internship provides an opportunity to learn and contribute to data collection, mapping inclusive education and disability issues, and supporting the implementation of Education Division activities. This includes compiling data on universities and special education teachers in Indonesia, mapping various disabilities and their challenges, and participating in the broader work and activities of the Education Division.
Key Qualifications
* Enjoys literature review and data collection tasks.
* Possesses an understanding of the education sector.
Anticipated Responsibilities
* Collect and compile data on the number of universities offering Special/Extraordinary Education majors and the number of special education teachers in Indonesia.
* Map various disabilities and their associated challenges.
* Assist with other tasks within the activities of the Education Division.
## Ready to Apply? Your Path to Impact
If you are eager to contribute to the vital work of Komnas Perempuan, we encourage you to apply for our internship program.
Application Process
* Submit Your Application Online: Please send your application via the online link: `https://bit.ly/RekrutMagangKP` no later than Friday, October 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM Western Indonesian Time (WIB).
* Complete Required Forms: Ensure you accurately fill out the internship application form and submit all necessary supporting documents as stipulated by Komnas Perempuan's internship program guidelines.
* Share Your Profile: Provide comprehensive information regarding your educational background, prior experiences, areas of interest, motivation for applying, and your learning objectives for participating in the internship program.
* Highlight Relevant Skills: Clearly articulate any skills and experiences pertinent to the learning scope or the specific work unit you are targeting.
* Ensure Accuracy: Verify that all information and documents submitted during the application process are accurate, complete, and verifiable.
Only candidates who meet the specified qualifications will be contacted and invited to participate in the subsequent selection stages.