Legal Internship at Markaz Al Kul Legal Clinic East Jerusalem

Description of the Markaz Al Kul Legal Clinic East Jerusalem residents face several unique daily challenges that need legal support-- claiming national insurance rights, family unification, residency revocations, housing demolitions, land confiscations, child arrests, prosecution of individuals and organizations advocating for human rights and social change etc.

The Markaz Al Kul Legal Clinique is especially designed to meet the needs of East Jerusalem residents. Our unique legal unit brings together a network of lawyers that are familiar with the complex legal system in Jerusalem and are familiar with civil and human rights cases. The Legal Clinic provides the following services for rights regarding:

• Land planning and housing
• Child arrests and accusations
• Human Rights activists or organizations targeted by the Israeli authorities
• Residency status, national insurance and municipal bureaucracy
• Workers rights; including private employment agencies

Job Description and Responsibilities: At this time Grassroots Jerusalem is looking for Law students or those with degrees in International Law and Policy, to work as researchers and in support of our local team of Lawyers and Legal interns from Jerusalem. Knowledge of the history of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict,the role of International courts and conventions, as well as Arabic skills would be beneficial. Our clinic is working in conjunction with the Human Rights Defenders Fund, as well as with several legal experts and organizations working in Jerusalem in order to better serve community members impacted by the Occupation and human right activists working for change. While all applications will be considered, preference will be given to those that can either commit to 6 months or have prior experience living in the region.

Supervision: Upon arrival in Jerusalem interns will undergo an orientation designed to not only introduce them to the layout of the city and the technologies essential to their project. The Markaz Al-Kul Legal Clinic interns will work closely with the Markaz Al-Kul Legal team.

Compensation: As this is an intern position there is no salary, but the Grassroots Jerusalem staff is committed to helping their interns take advantage of the variety of funding they qualify for through their educational institutions. Interns will be responsible for securing their own housing during their time in Jerusalem. Communication and work related travel expenses will be reimbursed during your stay.

How to apply: Please email the following items to intern@grassrootsjerusalem.org

• Resume and cover letter (max 2 pages)
• On a separate page please answer the following questions to the best of your ability:
• Please describe your legal experience and level of familiarity with international law and the issues facing East Jerusalem.
• Beyond the specific skills required for this internship, what skills do you feel will make you an excellent candidate for this internship?

Due to a lack of administrative resources only successful applicants will be contacted.