Internship – Arbitration, SICANA team (New York)

As the institutional representative of over 45 million businesses in more than 170 countries, the International Chamber of Commerce has 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 Secretariat of the ICC International Court of Arbitration is currently looking for an arbitration intern for its case management team based in New York. 

The role 

Tasks include: 

• Read and draft documents related to arbitration cases in English.  
• Legal research and read legal documents in English. 
• Preparation of conferences. 
• Translation of legal documents. 
• Ad hoc assignments as requested by the teams and the services of the Secretariat to which the intern may be assigned.  

Requirements 

• A background in international commercial arbitration law is required. 
• For students (J.D. candidates or LL.M. candidates) or those recently admitted to the bar, coursework or prior practice in international commercial arbitration is preferred. 

Important information: 

• Internships are strictly full-time (Monday to Friday, during regular business hours). 
• Non-U.S. candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for the duration of the internship. 
• SICANA, Inc. cannot grant scholarships. 
• Stipends are available based on eligibility to work in the US. 
• Interns are responsible for arranging their travel and accommodation and the required medical insurance coverage for the internship duration. 

Terms and conditions 

Department: Dispute Resolution Services 

Geographic location: SICANA – New York  

Availability: 3 June – 30 August 2024 

Application process: Applications should be addressed in English only by email at sicana-applications@iccwbo.org. The subject line of the email should indicate “SICANA internship North America case management team”. 

This should include:  

• A CV (maximum of two pages) focusing on experience relevant to the internship. 
• A cover letter describing in detail the arbitration/mediation classes taken and professional experience in arbitration/mediation. 

Only successful applicants will be contacted. No phone calls, please. 

Disclaimer:  

SICANA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, prohibits discriminatory actions and treatment of applicants based on race, colour, religion, creed, gender, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, on-the-job injury, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, carrier status, political affiliation, or belief. Decisions are made without consideration of these or any other factors that employers are prohibited by law from considering. The preceding should not be construed as an offer or guarantee of an internship. 

If chosen for an internship, you must be able to provide us with the necessary documents substantiating your ability to hold a paid—or unpaid—Internship in the US. Additionally, you must ensure that you have the required personal health insurance and third-party liability insurance (if you plan on driving a privately owned vehicle) while an intern at SICANA. SICANA, Inc. offers no such insurance coverage. 

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. We cultivate a culture where difference matters, inclusion is essential, and equality of opportunity is for everyone.