National Intern

3*E4U supports Ukraine’s alignment with EU standards related to chapters 23 and 24 of the EU Acquis. 3*E4U works across four outputs: legal and policy advice, strengthening independent and efficient institutions, experience exchange in judiciary, and enhancing methods of financial investigation. Key partner institutions include the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister on European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Asset Recovery Management Agency, the Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine, the Constitutional Court, the Supreme Court, the High Council of Justice, the High Qualifications Commission of Judges, and the Parliamentary Commissioner for Human Rights.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the overall guidance of the assigned programme team member, tasks of the intern may include:

• Conducting legal and policy research related to Chapters 23 and 24 of the EU acquis;
• Conducting analysis of draft legislative amendments, good EU practices, lessons learned and preparing draft memos and other analytical outputs;
• Supporting the programme team in knowledge management;
• Summarising decisions, reports, and other materials of EU institutions, international organisations, and other relevant bodies;
• Monitoring developments in the rule of law sector and keeping the programme team up to date;
• Supporting the programme team in preparing and conducting workshops, roundtables, conferences, and other programme activities with stakeholders;
• Other tasks upon request.

Requirements:

• Enrolled student (at least third year) or recent graduate in Law, International Law, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field;
• Strong analytical and writing skills;
• Confident user of Microsoft Office;
• The intern is expected to be be physically located in Kyiv, Ukraine, during the period of internship.
• Native proficiency in Ukrainian;
• Good level of written and spoken English; 
• German language skills are an asset.

Duration of Contract:

Up to three months. Duty station – Kyiv, Ukraine. The internship is paid. Typical workload for an intern is 20 hours per week, but it may be increased/decreased depending on availability. Remuneration will be adapted accordingly.

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. 

Application Procedure:

If you are interested in our offer, we will be happy to consider your CV and letter of motivation. The application package is to be submitted in English to @email. The application deadline is COB 15 June 2026, Monday.

Candidates are requested to submit their documents with the following title:

•  Surname Name_CV

•  Surname Name_Cover letter

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