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THREAD 1/11. I recently tweeted - in French - my advice for those interested in a career in the field of Intl #justice or #HumanRights.
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I had positive feedback and thought it could be useful to do it in English. So here is the 1st one about finding a job in an Intl court.https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="âïž" title="Waage" aria-label="Emoji: Waage">https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="đșđł" title="Flagge der Vereinten Nationen" aria-label="Emoji: Flagge der Vereinten Nationen">
I had positive feedback and thought it could be useful to do it in English. So here is the 1st one about finding a job in an Intl court.
2/11. Letâs start by debunking some myths:
https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="â" title="Kreuzzeichen" aria-label="Emoji: Kreuzzeichen"> No, finding a job in an international court is not impossible;
https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="â" title="Kreuzzeichen" aria-label="Emoji: Kreuzzeichen"> No, you donât need to go to an Ivy League college;
https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="â" title="Kreuzzeichen" aria-label="Emoji: Kreuzzeichen"> No, you donât necessarily need to have connections.
3/11. BUT YES!
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" title="Fettes weiĂes HĂ€kchen" aria-label="Emoji: Fettes weiĂes HĂ€kchen"> It will not be easy;
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" title="Fettes weiĂes HĂ€kchen" aria-label="Emoji: Fettes weiĂes HĂ€kchen"> You will need to be patient and dedicated;
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" title="Fettes weiĂes HĂ€kchen" aria-label="Emoji: Fettes weiĂes HĂ€kchen"> You will need to make some sacrifices;
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" title="Fettes weiĂes HĂ€kchen" aria-label="Emoji: Fettes weiĂes HĂ€kchen"> YES, youâll succeed! https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="đ„ł" title="Partying face" aria-label="Emoji: Partying face">
4/11. My first advice, think well!
Why do you want to work in this field? International justice is a wonderful field to work in, but it is full of challenges and frustrations.
Remembering why you decided to join in the first place helps a lot in times of doubt.
Why do you want to work in this field? International justice is a wonderful field to work in, but it is full of challenges and frustrations.
Remembering why you decided to join in the first place helps a lot in times of doubt.
5/11. Choose your curriculum well! Masters specialized in international criminal law are extremely useful, but so are studies in IHL, Human Rights, Intl relations or political science.https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="đ©âđ" title="SchĂŒlerin/Studentin" aria-label="Emoji: SchĂŒlerin/Studentin">https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="đšđœâđ" title="SchĂŒler/Student (mittlerer Hautton)" aria-label="Emoji: SchĂŒler/Student (mittlerer Hautton)">
6/11. If you can, find an internship in any of the organs of an Intl court, or with Counsel representing accused or victims (Iâll write a thread about that soon).
Youâll gain experience and see if the reality of the work matches your expectations.
https://www.icc-cpi.int/jobs/internships-and-visiting-professionals">https://www.icc-cpi.int/jobs/inte...
Youâll gain experience and see if the reality of the work matches your expectations.
https://www.icc-cpi.int/jobs/internships-and-visiting-professionals">https://www.icc-cpi.int/jobs/inte...
7/11. If you canât afford an internship in an Intl Court (they are usually unpaid which is an outrage as it contributes to social reproduction in a field which should be progressive) find one in a law firm, prosecution office, or court at home.
8/11. Are you already fluent in English? https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="đŹđ§" title="Flagge des Vereinigten Königreiches" aria-label="Emoji: Flagge des Vereinigten Königreiches"> Youâre lucky, it is required.
BUT learn other languages!
Youâll be in a competitive environment where a lot of people speak 3 or 4 languages. It will open your mind to different cultures!
BUT learn other languages!
Youâll be in a competitive environment where a lot of people speak 3 or 4 languages. It will open your mind to different cultures!
9/11. Pass the bar exam, get domestic experience!
At some point in your career you will want to be in court, but youâll need advocacy skills for that.
Practicing before domestic criminal courts is the best way to achieve that.
At some point in your career you will want to be in court, but youâll need advocacy skills for that.
Practicing before domestic criminal courts is the best way to achieve that.
10/11. Be modest! International courts are full of talented young lawyers who have amazing experience and knowledge.
BUT... Be confident! You can be as talented as anyone!
BUT... Be confident! You can be as talented as anyone!
11/11. Here are my first thoughts to help those whose dream is to work in the fantastic field of international justice and human rights. https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="đ" title="LĂ€chelndes Gesicht mit lĂ€chelnden Augen" aria-label="Emoji: LĂ€chelndes Gesicht mit lĂ€chelnden Augen">
Stay tuned for more to come!
Stay tuned for more to come!
