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The IAWJ offers a unique opportunity for aspiring individuals interested in gaining valuable insights and experience in the realm of international law and women's empowerment. As an organization dedicated to advancing the role of women in the judiciary and promoting equal justice under the law, the IAWJ provides a dynamic platform for interns to engage with our global network of accomplished women judges, legal experts, and advocates.


Through our thought-provoking internships, participants will immerse themselves in projects that contribute to the advancement of women's rights, gender equality, and the rule of law on a global scale. Join us in our mission to make a lasting impact and be part of a vibrant community that drives positive change in the legal landscape.


Internship Opportunities

IAWJ welcome interns on a rolling basis for fall, winter, spring, and summer. Please, see below for more information.
Available positions in green (Click on the links for more details)



Programs and Partnerships Group:

  • Call for Applications: Program Coordinator Internship (Winter/Spring 2025)

Position Overview:
The International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) is seeking motivated students—undergraduate, graduate, or law—to join us as Program Coordinator Interns supporting our Women in Leadership in Law (WILIL) program in Mexico, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and the Philippines, as well as the Inclusive Justice program in Botswana. This remote internship will run from January to April/May 2025, based on the intern’s academic schedule. Candidates must be located within 0-6 hours of the Washington, D.C. time zone to participate in virtual meetings.

Application Requirements:
Please submit the following to programs@iawj.org:
• CV / Resume
• Cover Letter
• One writing sample (3 - 5 pages)


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Communications and Membership Group:

  • Data Management Coordinator

Role Overview:

Collaborate with the IAWJ membership team as a Data Management/Membership Intern to enhance our data operations and systems. You will be part of organizing orientation webinars on membership processes and benefits, updating member profiles, drafting standard operating procedures and more.

  • Internal and External Communications Coordinator

Role Overview:

Support the IAWJ Communications team in engaging both members and external supporters by creating publications and blog posts for the website and newsletter, giving visibility to projects on empowering women in the judiciary and protecting human rights for all, assisting with the coordination of key podcasts and webinars, and performing other assigned duties.



Submit your CV, Cover Letter, 1 writing sample, and academic transcripts to communications@iawj.org


What do we offer?


You'll engage in dynamic projects, collaborate with esteemed women judges and legal experts worldwide, and contribute to advancing gender equality and justice on a global scale.

  • Internships will be for an academic semester (12 weeks; 15-20 hours per week) or an academic year (32 weeks; 15-20 hours per week). 
  • As part of these internships, compensation will be offered in academic credit.


Interns Voices

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"I wanted to be part of something that changes this constant glass ceiling that we're always trying to break as women and as minorities in this system"

Sophia Estupinan, IAWJ Summer 2022

Program Intern



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“Working for the IAWJ this past summer has opened up countless opportunities to expand on my writing, social, and marketing skills. Not only was I able to contribute to research and article writing, it also allowed my personal goals of career readiness and independence to thrive."

Alyssa Invernizzi , IAWJ Summer 2023

Communications Intern



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"I have always had the illusion of being able to contribute a little to the world. Having the opportunity to be part of a group of people who share the conviction that their actions have a positive impact is simply inspiring."

Alenka Salazar, IAWJ 2023

Program Intern