Call for Student Authors: International Law in Brief (ASIL)

The American Society of International Law (ASIL) is inviting law students to join International Law in Brief (ILIB) as student authors. ILIB is ASIL's publication series featuring concise, accessible summaries of recent developments in international law, read by practitioners, scholars and policymakers around the world. As a student author you contribute clear, timely write-ups of new developments and work alongside ASIL's editorial team, with your pieces published on the ASIL website.

The American Society of International Law is a leading, long-established professional body dedicated to the study, advancement and understanding of international law. Founded in 1906, ASIL convenes scholars, practitioners and policymakers worldwide and produces respected publications and resources across the field of public and private international law. International Law in Brief is one of its flagship publications.

As a student author you write short, accessible summaries of recent developments in international law for International Law in Brief. You collaborate with the ILIB editorial team throughout the process, refining your pieces to ASIL's editorial standards before publication. It is a meaningful platform to engage with cutting-edge legal issues and build a published body of work in international law. Selected authors serve for the August to January period.

The call is open to law students with an interest in international law. Eligible applicants include:

• Second- and third-year JD students (2L or 3L)
• LLM students
• SJD / PhD students

Selected student authors have their work published on ASIL's website under International Law in Brief, gaining a recognised byline with a prestigious international law body. You collaborate directly with ASIL's editorial team, sharpen your legal writing on current international law developments, and reach an audience of practitioners, scholars and policymakers worldwide. This is a writing and publication opportunity; no stipend is indicated.

To apply, send your CV and a brief writing sample to the ILIB team at ilib@asil.org to be considered for the August to January period. Shortlisted finalists are asked to complete a brief writing exercise as part of the selection process. Apply on or before 30 June 2026.

• Confirm your eligibility (2L/3L JD, LLM, or SJD/PhD student)
• Prepare your CV and a brief writing sample
• Email both to the ILIB team at ilib@asil.org
• Be ready to complete a short writing exercise if shortlisted
• Submit before the 30 June 2026 deadline