We are currently accepting applications for the Arbitration Department’s internship programme. Internships are available in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The internship period is for three-months.

As a junior member of the team, you will assist with all aspects of the Arbitration Department’s work. This will include working on current cases and also working on academic projects that are ongoing in the department. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the regions foremost arbitration practitioners.

Remuneration

• Your remuneration will be AED 3000 per month;
• You will be entitled to two days of paid annual leave per month.

Application

To apply, please email Arbitration.Internship@tamimi.com attaching your CV and cover letter. Please feel free to contact us if you would like more information prior to applying.

Skills and experience

Requirements

• You must currently be enrolled in or have completed an undergraduate / post-graduate degree in law within the last 12 months;
• An interest in international arbitration and a willingness to learn from experienced colleagues;
• Proactiveness and professionalism;
• English language skills to a business standard;
• Arabic and foreign languages are desirable but not essential.

The department

Al Tamimi's Arbitration Practice is comprised of specialist practitioners, many with an international background. Through their knowledge of the Middle East and their international and regional experience, the members of our arbitration team have the necessary expertise to provide representation at the highest level across regions and industries. We have acted in cases involving all regional laws as well as a range of other laws, including the laws of England and Wales, Swiss and French law. The locations of our arbitrations include the Middle East, Europe, North America, Asia and Africa. Moreover, our lawyers are regularly involved in ad hoc and UNCITRAL arbitrations as well as those governed by institutional rules such as the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), the DIFC–LCIA Arbitration Centre, various Middle Eastern arbitration centres, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), the Swiss Rules of International Arbitration, the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), the Stockholm Chamber of International Arbitration (SCC) and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).