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Legal Intern – Human Rights and Business Unit

Location: Remote

Time Commitment: Approximately 20 hours per week (flexible and negotiable)

Duration: 3–6 months (flexible; with possibility of extension by mutual agreement)

Application Deadline:  27 February 2026

About the Role

The Human Rights and Business Unit is seeking a motivated Pro Bono Legal Intern to support its work at the intersection of international law, business and human rights, and transitional justice.

This internship offers hands-on exposure to applied international law in a complex transitional context. The intern will work closely with Unit staff and contribute meaningfully to research, analysis, and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant topics under international law.
• Draft legal memoranda, internal briefs, research notes, and blogs.
• Support programme work across thematic areas, including:
  • Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) in post-conflict reconstruction
  • Environment and human rights
  • Housing, Land and Property (HLP) rights
  • Chemical weapons accountability
  • Transitional justice and corporate accountability
• Assist with administrative and programme-related tasks as required, including preparing slide decks, drafting templates, and creating forms or tracking tools.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled law student or recent law graduate.
• Working knowledge of international law, particularly:
  • International Human Rights Law
  • International Humanitarian Law
  • International Criminal Law
  • International Environmental Law
• Demonstrated understanding of Business and Human Rights principles and practices
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with the ability to synthesise complex materials into clear and concise analysis.
• Ability to work diligently and independently, manage deadlines, and collaborate with colleagues across different time zones.

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)

• Familiarity with the Syrian context or other high-risk, conflict-affected, post-conflict, or transitional settings.
• Arabic language skills.

Additional Information

• This is an unpaid role.
• The position is fully remote.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• A CV; and
• A short cover letter outlining their interest in the role and relevant experience

Applications should be sent to hrbu@sldp.ngo with the subject line: Legal Internship – [your name]