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3-Month Legal Internship Programme

20 October 2025

The Nuremberg Academy is seeking full-time legal interns to support its international team working on international criminal law and human rights law projects.

Duties and Responsibilities 

During the 3-month internship in Nuremberg, selected legal interns will assist the Nuremberg Academy’s team with conducting research on substantive legal issues, preparing capacity building programmes, organising events and conducting other administrative duties. The internship is on-site, a remote internship is not possible. 

Eligibility Criteria 

  • Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in law, social sciences, history or a related field, with a focus on international criminal law or human rights
  • Excellent written and spoken professional proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of other languages (especially French) would be an asset
  • Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Excellent writing and editing skills, communication skills and strong teamwork skills
  • Good standard of computer skills (including Microsoft Office applications) 

Internship placements focus on candidates in the final stages of their academic studies or in the early stages of their career. 

Payment 

Legal interns receive an internship compensation based on their weekly hours. 

Application Process 

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to admin@~@nurembergacademy.org with the subject line “Application for a Legal Internship”.

Please indicate your desired start date and the time period of your availability in your application. 

If you have any questions, please contact:

Ms Petra Härtel
Head of Administration
Phone: +49 (0)911–14 89 77 23
admin@~@nurembergacademy.org

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