Internship - Victims Participation and Reparation Section - Field Unit

The Victims Participation and Reparations Section (VPRS) of the Registry at the International Criminal Court (ICC) is seeking an intern for its Field Unit in The Hague. The ICC investigates and tries individuals charged with international crimes including genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and aggression. Within this mission, the VPRS facilitates victim participation and legal representation before the Court, informing victims of their judicial rights, assisting with application forms, and managing field-to-headquarters information workflows. During this six-month full-time internship, successful candidates will work closely under the supervision of the Field Coordinator. Primary tasks include researching Situation-specific contexts, identifying potential victim groups and local intermediaries, preparing documentation summaries, participating in VPRS field strategies, and designing training activities tailored to field partners. The position offers significant exposure to international criminal justice operations, victims' rights mechanisms, and field-level human rights advocacy. Applicants should possess or be pursuing a degree in social sciences, law, human rights, international relations, or related fields like data science and statistics. Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical writing skills, cultural adaptability, and proficiency in either English or French. While previous experience is not mandatory, candidates must have fewer than three years of relevant full-time professional experience.