City Attorney Internship Program.
About The Position
The City Attorney’s Office in Charlotte, NC is seeking motivated law students to participate in its Summer 2026 Internship Program. The ideal candidate will be a rising 3L law student at an accredited law school during the 2026-2027 school year and available to work full time (40-hour week) beginning May 2026 through August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with municipal attorneys who provide legal services to the Charlotte Mayor and City Council, City Departments, and Boards and Commissions in a fast-paced and professional work environment. You will gain critical experience by participating in a variety of projects, including performing legal research, assisting in the preparation of cases for hearing/trial, preparing reports and memoranda of law, attending meetings with City officials, as well as social functions hosted by the City Attorney’s Office. We are looking for highly competent students who will produce quality work and are willing to be an integral part of the City Attorney’s Office. A complete application must include: • Resume • Cover Letter • Writing Sample (must be your original work) • Most recent law school transcript
Requirements
- rising 3L law student at an accredited law school during the 2026-2027 school year
- available to work full time (40-hour week) beginning May 2026 through August 2026
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Writing Sample (must be your original work)
- Most recent law school transcript
Responsibilities
- performing legal research
- assisting in the preparation of cases for hearing/trial
- preparing reports and memoranda of law
- attending meetings with City officials
- attending social functions hosted by the City Attorney’s Office
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
