Legal Research Intern – Public International Law
Position Overview
Internship Description
Legal Research Intern – Public International Law at the ICJ
The International Court of Justice offers a legal research internship at the Peace Palace in The Hague for advanced law students and recent graduates specialising in public international law.
About the Internship
You will assist legal officers in researching questions of public international law, reviewing state submissions, compiling jurisprudence of the Court, and preparing background materials for pending cases. This prestigious internship provides unparalleled exposure to the work of the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
Requirements
- Advanced law student or recent graduate with specialisation in public international law
- Excellent academic record from a recognised university
- Available for a 3-month internship
- Fluent in English and French (both working languages of the Court)
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Interest in the peaceful settlement of international disputes
What We Offer
- Unpaid internship (limited financial support may be available)
- Duration: 3 months
- Certificate of completion from the ICJ
- Access to the Peace Palace Library
- Exceptional networking and career development opportunity
Responsibilities
Legal Research Intern – Public International Law at the ICJ
The International Court of Justice offers a legal research internship at the Peace Palace in The Hague for advanced law students and recent graduates specialising in public international law.
About the Internship
You will assist legal officers in researching questions of public international law, reviewing state submissions, compiling jurisprudence of the Court, and preparing background materials for pending cases. This prestigious internship provides unparalleled exposure to the work of the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
Requirements
- Advanced law student or recent graduate with specialisation in public international law
- Excellent academic record from a recognised university
- Available for a 3-month internship
- Fluent in English and French (both working languages of the Court)
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Interest in the peaceful settlement of international disputes
What We Offer
- Unpaid internship (limited financial support may be available)
- Duration: 3 months
- Certificate of completion from the ICJ
- Access to the Peace Palace Library
- Exceptional networking and career development opportunity
Requirements
Perks & Benefits
Compensation
€4,500 - €6,500/month
Practice Area
International Law
Application Contact
Contact: International Court of Justice Internship Coordinator
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Intern
