IBA Hague Office Internship

• It is important that you thoroughly research the work of The IBA Hague Office and convey your passion for that specific internship in your application and interview.
• The application process involves sending a CV/resume, cover letter, application form and writing sample (max.5 pages long) to Hague.internprogramme@int-bar.org before the closing date.
• As a large proportion of the work you will undertake during the internship will involve writing reports, letters, or assisting in the preparation of academic articles, we ask for a writing sample as part of the application process, on a topic of your choosing. This is useful for us to see how you structure a piece of written work and how you form and support an argument.
• We aim to inform you if you have been successful and invite you to interview approximately 4 weeks after the closing date.
• Please note that the IBA Hague Office Internship Programme is currently available only as an in-person opportunity, and applicants must be based in the Netherlands. 

• The Hague Office currently has intakes for 6-month periods, with the possibility of an extension if proven successful
• If your application is successful, you will receive an email invitation for an online interview.
• The Hague Office only corresponds with shortlisted candidates and within 4 weeks after the closing date.

For more information, closing dates and to download the application forms click here

The Hague Office, located at Nassaulaan 19, in The Hague, The Netherlands, currently offers in-person internships only.

Main responsibilities of our interns include:

• Extensive research and writing;
• Collection of material for IBA reports;
• Preparation of briefing notes for meetings, presentations and events;
• Taking notes at meetings, presentations and events;
• Assist with organising internal database of monitoring and research material;
• Assist with routine office administration as required.

Skills and experience required:

• Advanced studies in International Criminal Law;
• Excellent research, writing and analysis skills;
• Strong interpersonal oral and written skills;
• Familiarity with computer based research;
• Fluent written and spoken English;
• Experience organising or contributing to workshops and/or seminars advantageous;
• Prior intern experience at other relevant international organizations is advantageous;