Internship Opportunity at International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea

The International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) offers a limited number of internships each year to students and recent graduates in various fields including law, international relations, and political science. Interns will work under the supervision of Registry officials, gaining hands-on exposure to the Tribunal’s functioning and contributing to research and Registry work.

This three-month internship from October to December 2026 provides a unique opportunity to understand the Tribunal’s role in international law, engage with issues in the law of the sea, and network with participants of other training programmes.

Applicants should:

• Have completed at least three years of university studies.
• Be enrolled in a degree-granting or postgraduate course at the time of application, or be a recent graduate.
• Normally not be more than 32 years of age.
• Have a good command of English and/or French.
• Demonstrate interest in international law, especially the law of the sea, international affairs, or international institutions.

Note: Indian students and aspirants are eligible to apply.

Interns are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, and living expenses. Limited financial assistance may be available through the Trust Fund for the Law of the Sea.