Germany · Heidelberg
About this opportunity
The Max Planck Institute for Comparative Public Law and International Law in Heidelberg takes interns who are among the top students of their law (or related) degree. Interns support researchers with research and drafting; 8–12 weeks is preferred.
There are two terms a year: May–October 2027 (apply by 1 December 2026) and November 2027–April 2028 (apply by 1 June 2027). PhD candidates are not eligible, and MPIL does not take Erasmus placement interns.
Who can apply
Full-time undergraduate or graduate students (preferably law) during the internship, among the top of their programme, with C1 English. PhD candidates are not eligible.
- Eligible nationalities
- All nationalities
- Open to
- Undergraduates, Master's students
What the funding covers
€450 per month
Students enrolled at a university normally receive €450 a month (taxable). Travel and housing are not covered.
- Tuition Not separately covered
- Stipend or salary Partly covered / varies
- Travel Not separately covered
- Accommodation Not separately covered
- Health insurance Not stated — check the official page
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
- CV
- Cover letter with motivation, interests and proposed dates
- High-school diploma (unofficial English translation OK)
- University transcripts with English translation and grading scale
- Tests
- English at C1 level
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
- Apply only through the MPIL online application system (email applications are not considered).
- Upload all documents — incomplete applications are not reviewed.
- Questions: internships@mpil.de.
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Program dates
- Program dates
- 1 May 2027
- Duration
- 4–12 weeks, full-time (39.5 h/week)
Quick answers
Who can apply for Max Planck Institute for International Law?
Open to all nationalities. Level: Undergraduates, Master's students. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is Max Planck Institute for International Law fully funded?
Funding type: Stipend. Amount: €450 per month. Not separately covered: tuition, stipend or salary (partly), travel, accommodation.
What is the deadline for Max Planck Institute for International Law?
The deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Status: Open now. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does Max Planck Institute for International Law require IELTS or another test?
English at C1 level.
How do I apply for Max Planck Institute for International Law?
Apply only through the MPIL online application system (email applications are not considered). Apply only on the official website (www.mpil.de). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
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- Official source
- www.mpil.de
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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