The Institute grows through the people who pass through it. These are the interns and mentees from previous cohorts whose work has shaped IGP.
The 2026 summer cohort contributed coding and analysis to the 61 Peace Definitions Review, evaluating how peace is defined across the academic literature.
MZ
“Working with IGP has been an incredibly meaningful experience. I developed stronger research skills, particularly in analyzing and engaging with academic literature, while gaining a deeper understanding of Peace and Conflict studies. This experience broadened the direction of my future research interests, and I would highly recommend IGP to students looking to grow as researchers.”
EB
“During my time as an intern at IGP, I have gained valuable experience and developed my research skills, while also gaining a deeper understanding of the field of Peace studies. The IGP has been incredibly supportive throughout my internship and the guidance I received has helped me grow and develop as a researcher. I would highly recommend an internship at IGP, and it is an opportunity and experience that I will always cherish.”
DJ
“An internship with IGP is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in international relations and peacebuilding. During my time as an intern, I’ve developed as a researcher and gained valuable insight into the complexities of conceptualizing peace. Anders has given me a great deal of independence in my work while always being available for guidance and discussion when needed. I’d highly recommend the experience!”
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OL“As an intern with IGP I had the opportunity to, with valuable guidance, advocate for what I am passionate about whilst also in detail learning about the UN and UN procedures. My experience was very rewarding and I would strongly recommend interning with IGP, especially for those at the beginning of their career wanting to learn more about advocacy and research.”
CC“This mentorship is an excellent programme for early-career researchers in the field of Peace and Conflict studies looking to gain hands-on experience with the role of NGOs in the UN system. Beyond the substantive learning, it also offers real opportunities to grow professionally. The IGP provided a space to expand my network and equipped me with the tools to attend conferences and submit papers on matters related to peace and security. I definitely recommend it.”