About the Opportunity
The United Nations Office of Legal Affairs (OLA) invites applications for its Legal Internship Programme at New York City. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain first-hand exposure to the legal dimensions of multilateral diplomacy and the functioning of the world’s largest international organization.
Areas of Work
Interns may be involved in work relating to, inter alia:
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Law of International Organizations
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Law of the Sea
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Law of Treaties
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Privileges and Immunities
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Servicing the Sixth Committee (Legal)
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International Law Commission (ILC)
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Other public international law matters
Possible Departments / Divisions
Selected candidates may be placed in one of the following divisions:
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Office of the Under-Secretary-General (OUSG)
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Office of the Legal Counsel (OLC)
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Codification Division (COD)
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Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea (DOALOS)
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General Legal Division (GLD)
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Treaty Section (TS)
Internship Period
Start Date: Any time between 16 February and 15 June 2026
Important Note
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UN internships are unpaid
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A hybrid or remote arrangement may be considered upon request by the successful candidate
How to Apply
Detailed information and application link:
https://lnkd.in/eWBDY5f5
Official Link: Link
