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International Law and Human Rights Fellowship

Since 2002, the International Law and Human Rights (ILHR) Fellowship Program offers enrolled NYU School of Law students an opportunity to complete a specialized training program in international law and undertake a summer internship through a matching process at a leading institution or organization. Students are also encouraged to complete a research project growing out of that work experience.

Together with coursework, topical events and informal opportunities for networking, this program:

  • Offers critical learning opportunities that introduce students to the global practice of human rights.
  • Provides students with the type of professional experience and connections that have proved essential for them to pursue human rights careers over the years.

The fellowship is undertaken with funding support from the Public Interest Law Center, and in partnership with the Institute for International Law and Justice.

My fellowship transformed my commitment to human rights from an abstract ideal into a tangible pursuit. Through this hands-on experience, I was exposed to the real-world complexities of advocacy work, challenging my assumptions and the theory we learned in the classroom. It wasn’t just a fellowship; it was the bridge between aspiration and action. 

Jasper Kamradt, ILHR Fellow 2024

Program

Placements

A 10-12 week funded internship to take place either in Summer or Fall semesters at an organization working in human rights or international law. 

Review Call for Applications, and 2026 ILHR Placement Document 

Financial Award

Students selected for the ILHR Fellowship will receive a stipend administered by the Public Interest Law Center.

Review Call for Applications

Pre-placement

Depending on the fellowship’s track and placement, preparation and training in the form of course requirements and a series of not-for-credit seminars in the Spring semester are required. 

Review Call for Applications

Post-placement

Fellows present and participate in the Center’s Emerging Scholars Conference reflecting on their engagements and learning experiences. They are also encouraged to undertake a research project inspired by the fellowship on an international law or human rights issue. Parameters to be determined in agreement with academic supervisors. 

Review Call for Applications

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Be enrolled NYU Law Student in any degree program (JD, LLM, JSD)
  • Demonstrate commitment to human rights and social justice
  • Have excellent research and writing skills
  • Able to work independently in a professional environment
  • Demonstrate potential for engage and rigorous scholarship or applied research

Review Call for Applications

Timeline

  • The application for Summer/Fall 2026 is now open
  • ILHR Application Deadline: November 5, 2025
  • ILHR Interviews: November 10-12, 2025 
  • ILHR Decision Notifications: No later than December 15, 2025
  • Final Placement Confirmation: No later than January 31, 2026 

Review Call for Applications, and 2026 ILHR Placement Document 

Application

In addition to other information, applicants are required to submit the following materials: 

  • CV or NYU Resume
  • Recent unofficial transcript
  • Cover letter detailing your qualifications, specific interests, and any relevant background or experience where applicable (max 500 words)
  • Statement of Interest tailored to each placement organization of interest (500 words; max 750 words)

Review Call for Applications, and 2026 ILHR Placement Document 

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