Volunteer
The ILF is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural work environment. Applicants should send resumes, cover letters and an unedited writing sample to the ILF at: info@theilf.org.
International Fellows
The ILF is continually in search of experienced lawyers looking to contribute their time and expertise to mentoring and training defense lawyers in post-conflict countries. These International Fellows are lawyers with at least five years of criminal defense, prosecution, or judicial experience who volunteer to work and live abroad on three-month assignments. International Fellows mentor local lawyers day-in and day-out, case-by-case, to help them develop their knowledge and skill and, in the process, contribute to rule of law reform. The work includes includes assisting local lawyers as they visit clients in jail, write motions, make court appearances and conduct investigations. Fellows may also participate in meetings with government officials, other NGOs, and donor countries involved in rule of law projects, as representatives of the ILF.
Applications are now being accepted for International Fellowships in the West Bank.
One position is available at ILF-West Bank. The dates for the ILF-West Bank fellowship are August 15 to November 15, 2012. All applications should be sent to fellows@theilf.org. Please see the announcements below for more information.
The International Legal Foundation (ILF) is pleased to invite applicants for 2012 internships (unpaid positions) at the ILF’s headquarters in New York City. The ILF will only contact shortlisted candidates and all summer 2012 positions have been filled.
Interns will have the opportunity to:
- Document the work of the ILF in Afghanistan, Nepal and the West Bank
- Assist in the preparation and publication of policy papers, promotional materials and reports, including the posting of materials on the ILF’s website and on Facebook
- Participate in strategy meetings related to the ILF’s goal to institutionalize high-quality, effective indigent defense systems in post-conflict and transitional countries
- Engage in legal research and writing (law students only)
Applicants must be prepared to commit to work with the ILF for no less than three months and should specify the time period for which they are seeking an internship in their cover letter.
Successful candidates will:
- Demonstrate an interest and commitment to indigent defense and the ILF’s mission
- Have an interest in developing and implementing advocacy and communications strategies
- Demonstrate excellent research and writing skills and superior analytical ability
- Have the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Be fluent in English, with outstanding English writing skills
Internships are available for law students and students pursuing a graduate degree in international affairs, public policy, journalism, communications or a related field. The ILF also has internships for undergraduate students. All internships are unpaid volunteer positions. We are happy to cooperate with students to secure class credits or funding from outside sources.
Proficiency in Pashto, Dari, Arabic or Nepali is an advantage. Knowledge of indigent defense practice or justice reform related issues in post-conflict countries is also helpful.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and writing sample to info@theilf.org.
