The American Bar Association-Center for Global Programs has an opportunity for a paid legal intern. The intern will be working on the USAID-funded Strengthening Human Rights Activity in the Central African Republic (HRSM) as part of our Central African Republic team in the Rule of Law Initiative Africa Division. The intern will be responsible for researching and developing a French-language guide for addressing human rights abuses and cases of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) for legal professionals in the Central African Republic based on existing resources in the Africa Division. Ultimately, the intern will receive an enriching educational experience to help create legal resources aimed at advancing human rights in an international francophone context.

Paid Legal Interns will gain valuable experience while contributing to the important work of the ABA. The internship program is structured for the primary benefit of the intern and provides the intern with meaningful training/experience and educational benefits.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Work closely with attorneys and program staff, providing general support to help further the mission and goals of the ABA.
• Accepts and completes assigned projects during the term of the internship.

Relevant Program Area:

• Law student
• Human rights
• International affairs (Africa and francophone regions)

Required Education, Qualifications, Experience

• Currently enrolled in a JD or LLM program at an ABA certified, U.S.-based institution, or a recent (less than one year) graduate of a JD or LLM program from an ABA certified, U.S.-based institution. Or, a graduate of a certified law program, currently enrolled in a non-legal graduate program.
• Must be 18 years of age or older, authorized to work in the United States.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Additional Desired Qualifications:
• French language skills
• Knowledge of civil law systems/comparative legal systems