Internship – Legal Services

As the institutional representative of over 45 million businesses in more than 170 countries, the International Chamber of Commerce operates with a core mission to “make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere”. We act as the primary voice of the real economy in a range of intergovernmental organisations – from the World Trade Organization to the UN climate process – championing the needs of local business in global decision making. The convening power of our global network enables us to set rules and standards that facilitate over $17 trillion dollars in trade each year – as well as providing tailored products and digital services that directly address the real challenges faced by businesses operating internationally. We also provide the world's premier private global dispute resolution services, leveraging ICC's unique independence, integrity, and expertise.

The intern will support the ICC Legal Services Department in a wide range of legal and compliance matters.

Your responsibilities and learning opportunities include:

• Assisting with compliance-related screening, research, and analysis based on publicly available international economic sanctions lists;
• Reviewing, analyzing, and providing comments on legal documents in both English and French;
• Conducting comparative analyses of laws, regulations, and policies;
• Performing legal research on a variety of legal and compliance topics;
• Supporting the Legal Services Department through ad hoc assignments and special projects as required.

These responsibilities will be carried out at a level of complexity appropriate to the intern's academic background, skills, and experience.

In line with business and departmental needs, the intern will be expected to contribute to a broad range of legal and compliance matters and gain exposure to diverse subject areas.

What we offer:

• A monthly gratification of about €900 gross + meal vouchers + partial compensation (70%) of public transport costs
• A dynamic, collaborative and caring work environment in an international setting.
• A hands-on experience in large-scale projects with real learning opportunities.
• Partial work from home opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact

Ready to join us?

Do not hesitate to apply if you:

• Possess strong academic credentials in law, compliance, or a related field. Previous experience within a legal and compliance function is desirable. 
• Are fluent in both English and French (mandatory). Knowledge of additional languages, particularly Russian, Arabic, or Spanish, would be considered an asset.
• Have a Master's Degree (Master 1 or equivalent)
• Preferred Academic Background: Law School (CRFPA/Pre-CAPA track), Master's Degree in Law, Business School
• Have skills in:
  • Compliance
  • Corporate and Commercial Law
  • Litigation and Arbitration
  • Contract Law
• Have entry-level experience (less than one year of professional experience) (preferred not mandatory)

Important information before applying:

• You must still be registered as a student during the time of the internship.
• Nationals from outside the European Union or Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Andorra, Monaco, or Switzerland must hold an appropriate visa from the French consulate.
• Non-EU residents are required to have valid papers before applying (long-stay student visa and/or carte de séjour) allowing them to work in France.
• Interns are required to handle their own travel and accommodation arrangements for the duration of their internship. ICC does not provide scholarships or fellowships. 
• Based at ICC Global Headquarters in Paris our six-month internship programme is full-time with an average working week of 35 hours.

Estimated start date: January 2027

Department: Legal Services

Location: ICC International Headquarters, Paris

Contract type and duration: Six-month internship, full time (35 hours/week).

At ICC, we make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere. And when we say “everyone”, we mean it. We celebrate the diversity of our people and strive to inspire acceptance, cultivate a culture where difference matters, inclusion is essential, and equality of opportunity is for everyone.