International Criminal Court (ICC) Internship 2026 at Netherlands | Apply by 31 December 2026

The Chambers of the International Criminal Court (ICC) are responsible for conducting fair and impartial trials. Interns in the Chambers work closely with Judges and legal staff to support judicial proceedings. The internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in international criminal law, public international law, and human rights law within a multicultural environment.

Under the supervision of the Judges and legal staff, the intern will perform the following tasks:

• Legal Research: Conduct research on legal issues and jurisprudence related to international criminal law.
• Evidence Analysis: Summarize evidence and assist in the analysis of case files.
• Drafting Support: Assist in the drafting of legal documents, decisions, and orders.
• Citation Checking: Check citations and verify references in legal texts.
• Case Preparation: Prepare case files and assist with the management of proceedings.
• Other Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

• Educational Background: Candidates must have a degree in law (LLB, LLM, JD) or be in the final stages of their legal studies.
• Specialization: Studies in criminal law, public international law, international humanitarian law, or human rights law are desirable.

• Language Skills: Proficiency in one of the working languages of the Court (English or French) is required. Working knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of other official languages (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish) is an asset.
• Skills:
  • Strong legal research and drafting skills.
  • Good standard of computer skills (Microsoft Office).
  • Ability to adapt to a multicultural work environment.
  • Strong oral communication and analytical skills.

• Unfunded: Internship placements at the ICC are unfunded. The Court does not provide remuneration.
• Expenses: Interns must support themselves for the entire duration of the internship (accommodation, travel, living expenses, etc.).
• Insurance: Interns are responsible for their own health insurance coverage.

The ICC does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, or training).

• Date Posted: 01 January 2026
• Application Deadline: 31 December 2026

• Visit the official ICC careers page via the link below.
• Prepare the following documents:
  • Completed "Duties and Responsibilities Form".
  • Motivation letter (max 400 words).
  • Two reference letters (one academic).
  • Scanned copies of university degrees/diplomas and official transcripts.
  • One short essay or writing sample.
• Submit your application online before the deadline.
• Specify your availability period in the application.

• Apply Online: Click Here to Apply
• ICC Careers: www.icc-cpi.int/jobs

• Is this internship paid? No, ICC internships are unfunded and interns must cover their own expenses.
• Where is the job located? The position is based in The Hague, Netherlands.
• What documents are needed? Motivation letter, references, transcripts, writing sample, and duties form.
• Who can apply? Law students (LLB/LLM) or recent graduates with specialization in international law.
• What languages are required? English or French is required.