Legal Intern Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current Law Student: 2L-JD class of 2028
• Completion of a Criminal Law class
• Demonstrated interest in public service, criminal law, and litigation
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Must be able to commit to the entire nine-week internship program
• Intellectually curious
• Committed to public service
• Eager to learn in a fast-paced legal environment
• Strong analytical abilities
• Sound judgment
• Professionalism
• Initiative
• Willingness to contribute as members of a team
• Pass a background check
• Complete onboarding before the start of the internship

Nice To Haves

• Opportunity to appear in court under the Student Practice Order

Responsibilities

• Observe court proceedings, hearings, and trials.
• Conduct legal research and drafting assignments.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation and litigation support.
• Participate in training programs, lectures, and professional development workshops.
• Engage in simulation exercises designed to strengthen advocacy and litigation skills.
• Network with attorneys, executive leadership, and criminal justice professionals.
• Gain insight into the responsibilities and ethical obligations of public service attorneys.
• Assist attorneys with legal research, case preparation, witness interviews, hearings, trials, police report review, and other substantive legal assignments.
• Participate in a rigorous training program featuring lectures from criminal justice professionals and simulation-based practicums.
• Complete a substantive writing assignment that may serve as a future writing sample.

Benefits

• Mentorship
• Training
• Hands-on learning opportunities
• Professional development workshops
• Networking opportunities