Legal Internship with the Secretariats of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions
Quick answer
United Nations Environment Programme is offering a 6-month legal internship in Geneva to assist with the implementation of work programmes for the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm conventions.
- Role
- Legal Internship with the Secretariats of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions
- Organization
- United Nations Environment Programme
- Location
- Geneva
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Legal
The role
The internship involves assisting the Secretariat in implementing the 2026-2027 work programme of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm conventions.
What you'll do
- Collection of information
- Legal research and analysis
- Drafting of letters and other legal documents
- Support for meetings preparation, during and follow-up
What it takes
- Enrolled in or have completed a post-graduate school programme (master’s degree or equivalent, or higher)
- Experience in international law, environmental law, political science, international relations, development studies is an advantage
- Fluency in spoken and written English is required; knowledge of French is an advantage
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is based in Geneva.
What are the compensation details?
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
What qualifications are required?
Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a post-graduate school programme and have relevant experience.
When is the application deadline?
Applications should be submitted before 15 August 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Environment Programme's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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