International Arbitration Internship

BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates offers a prestigious 3-month paid internship within our International Arbitration practice in DIFC, Dubai. Ideal for law students with an interest in dispute resolution and international law.

Programme Details

• Duration: 3 months (flexible start dates in 2026)
• Compensation: AED 3,500/month stipend
• Status: Paid internship with full-time commitment

What You Will Do

• Assist counsel with arbitration proceedings under DIAC, ICC, and LCIA-DIFC rules
• Draft legal research memoranda on arbitration law topics, including UAE Federal Law No. 6/2018
• Prepare chronologies, case summaries, and document indices for active arbitration proceedings
• Attend arbitration hearings and procedural conferences as an observer
• Research comparative arbitration law from key jurisdictions (England, France, Singapore)

Learning Outcomes

Gain practical exposure to international arbitration in one of the world's fastest-growing arbitration seats. Dubai is rapidly emerging as a global arbitration hub, making this an invaluable career development opportunity.

BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates offers a prestigious 3-month paid internship within our International Arbitration practice in DIFC, Dubai. Ideal for law students with an interest in dispute resolution and international law.

Programme Details

• Duration: 3 months (flexible start dates in 2026)
• Compensation: AED 3,500/month stipend
• Status: Paid internship with full-time commitment

What You Will Do

• Assist counsel with arbitration proceedings under DIAC, ICC, and LCIA-DIFC rules
• Draft legal research memoranda on arbitration law topics, including UAE Federal Law No. 6/2018
• Prepare chronologies, case summaries, and document indices for active arbitration proceedings
• Attend arbitration hearings and procedural conferences as an observer
• Research comparative arbitration law from key jurisdictions (England, France, Singapore)

Learning Outcomes

Gain practical exposure to international arbitration in one of the world's fastest-growing arbitration seats. Dubai is rapidly emerging as a global arbitration hub, making this an invaluable career development opportunity.

• LLB or LLM student with coursework in international arbitration, dispute resolution, or international law
• Strong legal research and writing skills in English
• Familiarity with international arbitration rules (ICC, LCIA, UNCITRAL) is advantageous
• Eligible to work in the UAE during the internship period
• Students from international law schools with a focus on arbitration are welcome to apply
• Interest in the UAE as an arbitration seat