Legal Intern

Work LocationNew York or remotely Expected duration3-6 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities of the internship position encompass all aspects of the Directorates work. These responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Assist in analysing and interpreting international, regional and domestic legal instruments. Assist in preparing documents needed for setting up arrangements for the organization of workshops and seminars Qualifications/special skillsApplicants must be enrolled in a graduate degree programme in law (eg LLB, JD, LLM, PhD), international affairs, or political science. Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the internship programme. However, applicants are encouraged to list all relevant work experience in their UN professional history profile (PHP). LanguagesFluency in English or French, the working languages of the United Nations (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of another language is desirable Additional InformationNot available. Intern Specific textInterns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.