The United Nations is inviting applications for an Intern – Cybersecurity position with the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Netherlands. The internship provides an opportunity for students and recent graduates in information technology and related fields to gain practical experience in cybersecurity within a United Nations institution. The position is based within the Information and Communications Technology Division and is offered for an expected period of three to six months. No professional work experience is required. UN Cybersecurity Internship Details Position: Intern – CybersecurityOrganisation: United Nations / International Court of JusticeJob Opening ID: 284413Location: The Hague, NetherlandsDepartment: Information and Communications Technology DivisionCategory and Level: Affiliate Personnel – Internships, I-1Duration: 3–6 monthsPosted: 10 September 2026Application deadline: 17 October 2026Experience: No professional work experience requiredRemuneration: Unpaid About the International Court of Justice The International Court of Justice is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations. It consists of 15 judges elected by the UN General Assembly and Security Council. The Court has two principal functions: resolving legal disputes submitted by states in accordance with international law and providing advisory opinions on legal questions referred to it by authorised UN organs and specialised agencies. The Court maintains its own administration, known as the Registry, which provides judicial support and operates as a permanent administrative organ. The successful intern will work under the supervision of an Information Systems Officer (Cybersecurity). What Will the Cybersecurity Intern Do? The intern will gain hands-on experience by supporting a range of cybersecurity activities within the Court. Responsibilities may include: Assisting with the preparation of cybersecurity documents, templates and presentations. Helping develop and review cybersecurity awareness materials. Providing basic technical support to users when required. Supporting cybersecurity operations and architecture activities. Assisting with risk management and identity and access management. Participating in document reviews and cybersecurity training sessions. Supporting testing activities and resilience exercises. Logging, tracking, documenting and closing cybersecurity-related requests in the ticketing system. Assisting the Cybersecurity Operations team with identifying and tracking vulnerabilities. Supporting the use and maintenance of cybersecurity applications and tools. Carrying out other cybersecurity-related tasks as assigned. The internship therefore offers exposure to several practical areas of cybersecurity rather than focusing on a single technical function. Eligibility Requirements Applicants must have completed at least a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in information technology or another related field. Recent completion of, or current enrolment in, a Master’s programme in information technology or a related discipline will be considered an advantage. Professional work experience is not required. The UN indicates that the following qualities may also be advantageous: Initiative and dependability. Ability to work with limited supervision. Teamwork skills. Creativity. Accuracy and attention to detail. Interest in learning. Ability to contribute to project-based work. Applicants interested in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science or related technical disciplines may find the position particularly relevant. Language Requirements The official and working languages of the International Court of Justice are English and French. Applicants are required to have: A good command of either English or French; and A basic knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of other official United Nations languages is considered an additional asset. Is the UN Cybersecurity Internship Paid? The internship is not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Interns or their sponsoring institutions are responsible for costs and arrangements associated with: Travel. Visas. Accommodation. Living expenses. International candidates may also need to obtain the appropriate visa and work or employment authorisation for the Netherlands. Successful candidates are advised to clarify their individual visa requirements before accepting an internship offer. Applicants should therefore consider the financial and immigration requirements carefully before applying. Why This Internship Matters The internship provides practical exposure to cybersecurity within an international judicial institution. Interns can gain experience across areas such as cybersecurity operations, vulnerability tracking, risk management, identity and access management, awareness, testing and resilience. The position may be particularly useful for graduates or students seeking to build practical experience alongside their academic training in information technology or a related field. How to Strengthen the Application Applicants should ensure that their CV and application materials clearly demonstrate their academic background and interest in cybersecurity. Candidates can strengthen their applications by highlighting: Relevant IT, cybersecurity, computer science or technical coursework. Academic projects involving cybersecurity or information systems. Experience with cybersecurity tools or applications, where applicable. Research or projects involving risk, vulnerabilities or information security. Teamwork and problem-solving experience. Strong attention to detail. Language skills, particularly English and French. Evidence of initiative and independent learning. Because professional experience is not required, applicants should make their academic projects, technical skills and motivation particularly clear. How to Apply Applications should be submitted through the official United Nations Careers/Inspirа recruitment system using Job Opening ID 284413. Applicants should review the complete vacancy information and ensure that they meet the education and language requirements before submitting their application. Application deadline: 17 October 2026 VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY Important UN Recruitment Notice The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process, including applications, interviews, processing or training. Applicants should also never provide bank-account information in response to recruitment communications. Global South Opportunities is not the organisation offering this internship and does not participate in the United Nations recruitment or selection process. Applicants should not send applications or CVs to GSO. Candidates should verify the deadline, eligibility requirements, visa arrangements and all other details directly with the official United Nations Careers website before applying. 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