Since 1920, the DIS has been a pioneer in the field of alternative dispute resolution. With its trailblazing rules on arbitration, conciliation and mediation, among others, the DIS continues to contribute significantly to the further development of alternative dispute resolution in Germany and internationally. Join our team and become part of this development by joining our team.
At the DIS you can expect diverse, demanding and internationally oriented tasks. We value good communication within our team and encourage our employees to have open discussions and share their knowledge and forge partnerships with external networks. Our employees are encouraged to question the status quo and to shape the development of the field of alternative dispute resolution.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We are always looking for talented people to join our team. Below is an overview of our current vacancies. We also welcome unsolicited applications – convince us to start a conversation.
Case Administrator (m/w/d)
Paralegal, Legal assistant, Office Administrator
The DIS supports the further education and training of young graduates in the field of alternative dispute resolution. Within the framework of your legal training, you can apply for a position as a trainee or as a legal trainee. We also offer the opportunity to complete your elective training periods with us as part of your compulsory legal training (Referendariat).
DIS Research Assistant (m/f/d)
(in German)
Are you eager to take responsibility? We give students tasks that demand responsibility right from the start – this provides practical experience to benefit your future career. During your internship you will work on a mixture of legal and administrative tasks, gaining valuable insight into the practical work of an arbitration institute.
Are you ready to gain valuable work experience as part of our team? Tell us about your talents, achievements and interests. We look forward to getting to know you.
Internship Programme 2026 / I
Applications for internships taking place between March and June 2026) may be submitted until 15 January 2026 , after which the selection process will commence.
Kindly indicate your preferred internship period in your application.
We appreciate your interest in the German Arbitration Institute (DIS) Internship Programme.
DIS - Praktikanten / DIS – internships for foreign law students or graduates (m/f/d)
Would you like to become acquainted with various activities in our organisation as a student assistant in the Berlin or Bonn offices and gain an insight into day-to-day business? We are looking for you to support our team in archiving/digitising documents. You will also gain insights into the area of membership and database administration and support us in the implementation of ongoing projects.
Student assistants (m/f/d)
(in German)