International Court of Justice & The Hague Peace Palace Legal Clerkship

Nine-month competitive legal internship assisting judges and registry officials with treaty interpretation, case law bench memos, and oral proceeding summaries.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Graduating student or recent graduate of UvA LL.M. in International Law.
English language proficiency: English and working French (official languages of the Court).
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: Substantive legal writing sample and resume.
Recommendation letters: Faculty nomination from Amsterdam Law School.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: €1,200 monthly travel and accommodation stipend between Amsterdam and The Hague
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: May 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Amsterdam - Oudemanhuispoort Historical Campus documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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