Legal Affairs Internship – Office of the President

About the role

The Office of the President of the United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals is seeking a Legal Affairs Intern to support its mandated functions. This full‑time, on‑site internship in The Hague offers a comprehensive exposure to international criminal law and United Nations procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research on relevant statutes, case law, and policies.
• Assist in drafting, proofreading, and finalising decisions, orders, and other judicial documents.
• Support the preparation of reports for the United Nations Security Council and General Assembly.
• Analyse applicable laws, rules, and policies to inform the President’s work.
• Help draft speeches, official correspondence, and press materials.
• Provide assistance on press and policy matters as required.
• Manage, retain, and dispose of records in accordance with organisational procedures.
• Perform routine tasks such as compiling and collecting materials.

Required profile

• Enrolled in or having completed the final academic year of a law degree (minimum bachelor’s level) or a graduate law programme (Master’s or higher).
• Fluency in English is mandatory; working knowledge of French is desirable.
• Knowledge of Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian or Kinyarwanda is an advantage.

Required skills