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You Should Not Dabble: To Succeed It’s All or Nothing
Government
Smithfield, VA, United States
Internship Program
Law Student
Company Review
Full-time
No
The VIDC Internship Program is designed to expose law students and undergraduates to all aspects of work as a Public Defender. Interns work with mentors assigned to them in the Public Defender Office to assist with case preparation and observe misdemeanor and felony criminal trials in general district, juvenile and circuit courts. Third year practice qualified students gain trial experience under the supervision of VIDC attorneys. VIDC interns have daily contact with a wide spectrum of agencies involved in the criminal justice system as well as meeting with bondsmen, probation officers, magistrates, Commonwealth Attorneys, police officers, substance abuse counselor and clients in the course of their duties. Additionally, VIDC interns may also interview clients, perform legal research, assist with investigation, visit various correctional centers, the Virginia Appellate Courts, the Division of Forensic Science, drug courts, and substance abuse treatment facilities.
How To Apply Students interested in interning with a Public Defender Office should contact the individual office directly to verify internship availability and application requirements. Application requirements for students may vary depending on the Public Defender office. Students may be required to submit any or all of the following documents: resume, cover letter, writing sample, school transcript
Qualification and Experience Law students and undergraduate students seeking an internship in legal services are encouraged to apply with VIDC. Students interested should be committed to advocating on behalf of indigent clients and providing quality legal services.
Legal
Apr 02, 2024
Jul 16, 2024
Qualification and ExperienceLaw students and undergraduate students seeking an internship in legal services are encouraged to apply with VIDC. Students interested should be committed to advocating on behalf of indigent clients and providing quality legal services.
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