21 april 2026

Internship Vacancy- 6 months (3 days a week)

Are you a Master’s student or recent graduate with a passion for EU law, especially the rule of law and fundamental rights? Are you eager to dive into EU criminal, migration, asylum, privacy, non-discrimination, institutional law, the rule of law, and EU agencies? If yes, the Meijers Committee is looking for you!

Duration: 6-months (with possibility of extension up to 3 months)

Commitment: 3 days a week

Type: Hybrid (Office in Amsterdam)

Start Date: 1st June 2026

Apply by: May 12th 2026

Interviews: May 27th 2026

Please send your motivation letter, CV, and complete list of grades to the executive secretary at post@commissie-meijers.nl.

Who are we?

The Meijers Committee is a unique group of law professors, legal researchers, judges and attorneys working on a voluntary basis to ensure European legislation respects the rule of law and guarantees fundamental rights for everyone. Together, we work to assess EU legislative proposals in criminal, migration and constitutional laws from the perspective of the rule of law and fundamental rights.

The Committee and its members are devoted to raising the awareness of lawyers, civil servants and politicians about the importance of the rule of law in European legislation. We provide legal analysis that identify problems in EU legislative proposals while making concrete recommendations to ensure fundamental rights and the rule of law are respected.

What will you do?

The main tasks of an intern at the Meijers Committee include:

• Conducting legal and policy research and writing draft opinions on EU and national legislative proposals, depending on your specific interest and the EU’s political agenda;
• Assisting in the preparation of Committee meetings;
• Participating in the organisation of conferences;
• Keeping track of current events at the Union and national levels;
• Assisting the executive secretary and the project officer in their work.

What do you bring to the team?

• You are a Master’s student in law or you have recently obtained your diploma;
• You have a strong and demonstrated interest in EU law, especially in issues related to the rule of law, criminal law, migration, asylum, privacy, non-discrimination, institutional law and fundamental rights;
• Excellent command of English (proficiency in Dutch is an advantage);
• Excellent research and legal drafting skills;
• An organized and proactive attitude;
• A team player but also comfortable working independently;
• Eager to learn and to contribute to the work of the Meijers Committee;
• You are willing and able to work in office at for up to 2 days a week.

What do we offer?

• A dynamic and collegial working environment;
• The opportunity to actively contribute to the European policy landscape;
• A chance to expand your professional network and work with a wide range of legal experts and policymakers;
• Financial compensation of €360 per month and travel reimbursement.

The Meijers Committee values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply.