Legal Intern (Staj) — International Law Department
Position Overview
Internship Description
Legal Intern (Staj) — International Law Department — Ministry of Justice, Jerusalem
The Ministry of Justice International Law Department is offering a staj position in Jerusalem. This is one of the most prestigious government staj placements in Israel, providing exposure to public international law, treaty negotiations, and Israel's engagement with international legal institutions.
What You Will Do
- Research public international law questions including treaty interpretation, state responsibility, and international humanitarian law
- Assist with drafting treaty texts and bilateral agreement documentation
- Support the team on Israel's positions before international courts and tribunals
- Research comparative constitutional law questions relating to Basic Laws implementation
- Attend inter-ministerial legal consultations and Knesset committee hearings
- Prepare background memoranda on international legal developments
About the Program
A staj at the Ministry of Justice International Law Department is considered a gateway to careers in diplomatic legal service, international organizations, and academia. Many of Israel's leading international law scholars began their careers in this department.
Responsibilities
Legal Intern (Staj) — International Law Department — Ministry of Justice, Jerusalem
The Ministry of Justice International Law Department is offering a staj position in Jerusalem. This is one of the most prestigious government staj placements in Israel, providing exposure to public international law, treaty negotiations, and Israel's engagement with international legal institutions.
What You Will Do
- Research public international law questions including treaty interpretation, state responsibility, and international humanitarian law
- Assist with drafting treaty texts and bilateral agreement documentation
- Support the team on Israel's positions before international courts and tribunals
- Research comparative constitutional law questions relating to Basic Laws implementation
- Attend inter-ministerial legal consultations and Knesset committee hearings
- Prepare background memoranda on international legal developments
About the Program
A staj at the Ministry of Justice International Law Department is considered a gateway to careers in diplomatic legal service, international organizations, and academia. Many of Israel's leading international law scholars began their careers in this department.
Requirements
- LLB from a recognized Israeli law faculty — Hebrew University's international law program graduates are particularly sought
- Outstanding academic record and demonstrated interest in public international law
- Strong Hebrew and English; French and/or Arabic proficiency is a significant advantage
- Prior research or coursework in international law, human rights, or comparative constitutional law
- Israeli citizenship required for security clearance
- Eligible for staj registration with the Israel Bar Association
Perks & Benefits
Compensation
₪5,000 - ₪7,000/year
Practice Area
International Law
Application Contact
Contact: Ministry of Justice Israel Internship Coordinator
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
