2024 Summer Internship Program

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Office of the Attorney General
PL-01, The Capitol, Tallahassee,
Florida 32399-1050


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SEO Friendly Job Title: Florida Attorney General's Internship Program

H1: Gain Practical Experience in Law with the Florida Attorney General's Internship Program
H2: Criminal and Civil Legal Internship Opportunities Available at the Florida Attorney General's Office

Organization: Office of the Attorney General, State of Florida
Department: Criminal and Capital Appeals Division
Job Title: Law Student Intern
Experience: Law students enrolled in an accredited ABA law school
Salary: Unpaid, academic credit available
Application Deadline: Varies by term (see below)

Summary:
The Florida Attorney General's Internship Program offers law students the opportunity to gain practical experience in criminal and civil law. The program is open to students enrolled in an accredited ABA law school and offers unpaid internships for academic credit. The Criminal and Capital Appeals Division represents and defends State prosecutions in all criminal appeals and handles death penalty litigation statewide. The Office of the Attorney General serves as the attorney for the State of Florida and offers meaningful work towards the completion of a law degree.

Job Description:
The Florida Attorney General's Internship Program offers law students the opportunity to gain practical experience in criminal and civil law. The program is open to students enrolled in an accredited ABA law school and offers unpaid internships for academic credit. Interns will have the opportunity to work in various bureaus and divisions, including the Criminal and Capital Appeals Division, which represents and defends State prosecutions in all criminal appeals and handles death penalty litigation statewide.

Job Responsibilities:
- Represent and defend State prosecutions in criminal appeals in the five state courts of appeal, the Florida Supreme Court, and federal courts
- Handle death penalty litigation statewide before the Florida Supreme Court and federal courts
- Provide legal assistance to state attorneys in the five criminal bureaus
- Participate in meaningful work towards the completion of a law degree
- Complete a minimum of 20 hours per week, or as prescribed by the college or school
- Submit required application materials and documentation by the specified deadline
- Complete a writing sample, if selected for an interview (2nd and 3rd year law students only)

Qualifications:
- Enrolled in an accredited ABA law school
- Eligible to receive academic credit or participating in a law school sponsored program (Pro Bono Program, Law School sponsored clinics, Law School Paid Stipend programs, etc.)
- Available to intern a minimum of 20 hours per week, or as prescribed by the college or school
- Submit required application materials and documentation by the specified deadline

Application Deadlines:
- Summer: January 31 (extended to March 1 for Summer 2024)
- Fall: June 30
- Spring: September 30

Salary:
Unpaid, academic credit available.

Application Process:
Interested students must complete and submit the appropriate application packet prior to the specified deadline. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but students are encouraged to apply early. Required application materials include an application form, resume, letter from advisor or university, and official transcript (if not available online, unofficial will be accepted). 2nd and 3rd year law students will also be expected to provide a writing sample at the time of interview, if selected.

Note: Students who are not eligible to receive academic credit may still apply through participation in a law school sponsored program, but a letter from the school is required to support eligibility.

To apply, completed internship packets and any questions or comments can be emailed to . Only those who receive a favorable background check will be placed for review by managers.

Conclusion:
The Florida Attorney General's Internship Program offers law students the opportunity to gain practical experience in criminal and civil law. With a variety of bureaus and divisions to choose from, students can gain valuable skills and knowledge while working towards

Legal research, writing, communication, time management, attention to detail

Must be enrolled in an accredited ABA law school

Complete and submit application packet, including resume, letter from advisor or university, and official transcript, to

Qualification and Experience Law student enrolled in an accredited ABA law school

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