Legal Fellow
Quick answer
UNHCR is hiring a Legal Fellow to work full-time in Washington, D.C., starting in September 2027, with a one-year commitment. The position requires external funding and a Master's degree.
- Role
- Legal Fellow
- Organization
- United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
- Location
- Washington, United States of America
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Legal
The role
UNHCR is seeking post-graduate Legal Fellows to work full-time in the Protection and Solutions Unit (PSU) at UNHCR’s Multi-Country Office in Washington, D.C. The fellowship has a duration of one year, starting in September 2027, and fellows are required to obtain external funding for the full duration of their fellowship.
What you'll do
- Support PSU’s overall protection and solutions strategy
- Provide legal analysis at the intersection of international and domestic law
- Monitor protection conditions and support individual cases
What it takes
- 2027 degree candidate or recent graduate from a U.S. law school
- Completed coursework in international law; refugee law; and/or human rights
- Experience with legal clinics in law school or direct service with asylum-seekers or statelessness
- Fluency in Spanish for fellows working on US southern border and protection policy issues in the Americas
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented, with strong research and legal analysis skills
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Washington, D.C., United States of America.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a 2027 degree candidate or recent graduate from a U.S. law school, coursework in international law, and experience in U.S. asylum or refugee law.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted through the UNHCR jobs portal by 27 October 2026 at 5:59 p.m. EDT.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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