1L, 2L, or 3L Internships

Full-time

No

Internship Opportunities at Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc.

Are you a law student looking for hands-on experience and a chance to make a difference in your community? Consider an internship with Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free legal assistance to low-income individuals and families. Our internship program offers a unique opportunity to work with experienced attorneys and gain valuable skills in a variety of legal areas. Read on to learn more about our internship opportunities and how to apply.

Internship Positions Available

We offer internships for 1L, 2L, and 3L law students, as well as undergraduate students in select offices. Our internships are unpaid, but academic credit is available for those who qualify. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work on real cases and projects alongside our staff attorneys. You may also have the chance to participate in educational workshops and attend court hearings. Our internships are available in various legal areas, including housing, family and domestic violence, consumer, public benefits, guardianships, wills and trusts, elder, and Indian law.

Responsibilities and Benefits

As an intern, you will have the chance to take on significant responsibilities and contribute to our mission of providing access to justice for low-income individuals. Your duties may include conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, attending client meetings and court hearings, and assisting with trial preparation. You may also have the opportunity to conduct educational workshops and work on community outreach projects. Our internship program offers hands-on experience and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that make a difference in the lives of others.

Time Commitment and Qualifications

The time commitment for our internships is flexible and can be tailored to meet the requirements of your law school's internship program. For those not seeking academic credit, the weekly time commitment is negotiable. To be eligible for our internships, 1L applicants must have completed their first year of law school, while 2L and 3L applicants may be in any semester of study. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about serving the low-income community and addressing poverty law issues. Strong communication and writing skills, as well as a strong sense of justice and professionalism, are also important qualities for our interns.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for an internship with Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc., please call our statewide phone number at and ask to be connected to the intern coordinator at your local office. You can also visit our website for more information about our organization and our internship opportunities. We accept applications on a rolling basis and encourage interested students to apply as early as possible. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable experience and make a difference in the lives of those in need.

In summary, Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc. offers internships for law students and undergraduate students in select offices. These internships are unpaid but offer the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a variety of legal areas and contribute to the mission of providing access to justice for low-income individuals. The time commitment is flexible and can be tailored to meet the requirements of the student's law school, and academic credit is available for those who qualify. Applicants must have completed their first year of law school for 1L positions, and strong communication and writing skills are important qualities for all applicants. Interested students can apply by contacting our statewide phone number or visiting our website. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable experience and make a difference in your community through an internship with Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc.

Credit available, valuable hands-on experience, opportunity to work with low-income community and address poverty law issues, potential for advancement

Legal Research, Case Assistance, Client Communication, Trial Preparation, Brief Writing, Pleading Drafting, Educational Workshops, Administrative Tasks, Time Management, Interpersonal Skills, Legal Writing

Law student currently enrolled in 1L, 2L, or 3L program

Interested applicants can to be connected to the intern coordinator at their local office.

Qualification and Experience 1L, 2L, or 3L law student, interest in working with low-income community and poverty law issues, self-motivated, strong sense of justice, professionalism, ability to work under deadlines, excellent interpersonal skills, quality legal writing skills or interest in improving writing ability

Legal