Dale and James J. Pinto Fellowship 2027–2028: Georgetown Law Human Rights Fellowship Application Deadline Extended

Overview

The Dale and James J. Pinto Fellowship is a year-long professional opportunity designed for graduates of the Georgetown University Law Center. Facilitated by the Georgetown Law Human Rights Institute in partnership with the Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center, the program places a selected graduate with the International Advocacy and Litigation team at the Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center in Washington, D.C. The fellowship aims to provide a professional pathway for new law graduates entering the competitive international human rights sector.

Who can apply

The fellowship is specifically intended for graduates of the Georgetown University Law Center J.D. program. Applicants must be 2027 graduates of this program. Candidates are expected to have a demonstrated interest or experience in advancing and upholding international human rights norms, along with a commitment to pursuing a long-term career in the international human rights field.

What you get

The selected fellow receives a year-long placement working directly within the International Advocacy and Litigation team at the Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center. The position offers professional experience in international human rights advocacy, litigation, legal research, and the protection of internationally recognized human rights norms.

Key dates

Applications for the 2027–2028 fellowship cycle are due by 11:59 p.m. on November 1, 2026.