Deadline
Open Deadline
Location
Remote
Salary
Unpaid
Details of the Organization
The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ), headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, is a global organization of judges and lawyers committed to upholding international law and human rights principles. With operations across multiple regions including Africa, Latin America, Asia, and Europe, the ICJ works to strengthen international institutions, improve domestic legal compliance, promote judicial independence, and enhance access to justice.
Details of the Job/Internship
The International Commission of Jurists is hiring a Legal Intern – Global Accountability Initiative (remote) to assist with drafting a background paper and conducting legal research.
Role and Responsibilities
- Conduct desk research on civil, administrative, and customary accountability mechanisms.
- Analyze and synthesize academic and practitioner materials.
- Draft and format a comparative legal background paper.
- Attend and report on webinars, online roundtables, and consultations.
- Provide editorial and general research support to ICJ’s legal staff.
Eligibility
- Current law student or recent law graduate (LL.M., JD, or equivalent).
- Background or coursework in international human rights law, criminal law, or transitional justice.
- Strong legal research and writing skills.
- Demonstrated interest in accountability and access to justice.
- Fluent in English (French or Spanish is a plus).
- Must be eligible for university credit, funding, or a paid fellowship.
Salary/Stipend
Unpaid
Type of Opportunity
Fulltime
Country
India
Address
Remote
Application and Registration Details
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