ICRC Traineeship Program 2026 in Switzerland | Paid: (Deadline 1 June, 2025)

ICRC Traineeship Program 2026 is now open for applications, offering a prestigious opportunity for aspiring professionals to gain hands-on experience at the International Committee of the Red Cross headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. This fully paid traineeship in the Legal Division is ideal for graduates holding a bachelor’s or master’s degree in law, international relations, or related fields. With a minimum of one year of relevant professional experience, selected candidates will work closely with legal experts on humanitarian issues, international law, and real-world policy matters.

The program runs for one full year starting in February 2026 and provides a unique platform to contribute to the ICRC’s mission while advancing your career in a globally respected organization. If you’re looking to enhance your legal or humanitarian expertise on an international stage, the ICRC Traineeship Program 2026 is a golden opportunity you shouldn’t miss. Gain professional exposure, build a strong international network, and make a meaningful impact through this competitive traineeship.

Traineeship Summary

• Country: Switzerland
• Location: Geneva
• Duration: 1 year
• Role: Associate
• Salary: 3,917 CHF/Month
• Deadline: 1 June 2025

Trainee Roles

The trainees will undertake a variety of assignments such as:

• Researching legal topics that are related to IHL
• Review the legal documents
• Arranging events and meetings
• Preparing minute sheets of meetings
• Any other takes assigned by the reporting manager

Traineeship benefits

• ICRC offers a salary of 4200 Euro/Month
• International work exposure in a reputed organization
• Work on real-time projects with ICRC experts
• Make valuable connections with peers and experts in your field
• Contribute to the real-world legal and humanitarian projects

Eligibility?

Applicants fulfilling the following criteria are eligible for the ICRC Traineeship:

• Accepting applications from both EU citizens
• Applicants holding a bachelor’s degree in International Law
• Applicants holding a master’s degree in Public International Law
• Have excellent knowledge of IHL, obtained through courses
• Possess one year of professional work experience in international law
• Fluent in the English language
• Knowledge in one of the following areas of public international law: International Human Rights Law, International Refugee Law, International Criminal Law, Disarmament Law, the Law of Treaties, or arbitration.

Preference is given to:

• Applicants with an interest in humanitarian work
• Have excellent writing, analytical, and legal research skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently

Required Documents

• Cover Letter not exceeding 750 words
• An updated CV (Max 2) pages
• Screeing questions