Fall Internship Program

Full-time

No

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Application for Law Student Internship Page 4 of 5 HR Form Rev May 2023
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS FOR LAW STUDENT INTERNSHIPS
Please read the following information carefully. It will help you to complete the application process.
1. The Office of the Attorney General will not provide any compensation or benefits to student interns. Students selected for internships must demonstrate financial resources adequate to cover their own living expenses during the internship period.
2. The Office of the Attorney General reserves the right to conduct a criminal background check on all student interns. This will be done after the student has been accepted into the program.
3. The Office of the Attorney General will not provide liability insurance coverage for student interns.
4. The Office of the Attorney General will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by student interns in the course of the internship.
5. Student interns will be required to sign a Volunteer Statement and a Security Screening Authorization.
6. Student interns must complete the program for which they are selected to receive any credit for the internship.
7. The Office of the Attorney General will not provide parking for student interns.
8. All student internships are subject to the approval of the Office of the Attorney General.
9. For further information, please .
10. The Office of the Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
11. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. However, to ensure consideration for the term indicated, applications must be received by the deadline provided.
12. Completed internship packets and any questions and comments must be emailed to , only those who receive a favorable background will be placed for review by managers.
Application for Law Student Internship Page 5 of 5 HR Form Rev May 2023

Organization: Florida Attorney General's Office
Job Title: Law Student Intern
Experience: Law student, enrolled in an accredited ABA law school
Salary: Unpaid, academic credit available

About the Organization:
- Represents and defends State prosecutions in all criminal appeals in the five state courts of appeal, the Florida Supreme Court and federal courts
- Five criminal bureaus provide legal assistance to state attorneys
- Handles death penalty litigation statewide before the Florida Supreme Court and federal courts
- Serves as the attorney for the State of Florida and as a member of the Florida Cabinet
- Offers law students an opportunity to gain practical experience in a legal field and perform meaningful work towards the completion of their degree

Job Description:
- Open to law students enrolled in an accredited ABA law school
- Offers unpaid internships for academic credit and through participation in law school sponsored programs
- Minimum of 20 hours per week, or as prescribed by college or school
- Internship opportunities based on agency need and availability
- Internship locations include various cities in Florida
- Must submit application packet before deadline, but encouraged to apply early as applications are accepted on a rolling basis
- Application deadlines: Summer (extended to 03/01/2024), Fall, Spring
- Must be able to provide documentation of eligibility for academic credit or participation in a law school sponsored program
- 2nd and 3rd year law students must provide a writing sample at the time of interview, if selected

Qualifications:
- Enrolled in an accredited ABA law school
- Eligible to receive academic credit or participate in a law school sponsored program
- Available to intern a minimum of 20 hours per week or as prescribed by college or school
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Must have financial resources to cover living expenses during internship period
- Must sign a Volunteer Statement and Security Screening Authorization

Application Process:
- Submit application packet, including resume, letter from advisor or university confirming eligibility for academic credit or participation in a law school sponsored program, and official transcript
- 2nd and 3rd year law students must provide a writing sample at the time of interview, if selected
- Applications accepted on a rolling basis, but must be received by deadline for consideration for specific term
- Completed internship packets and any questions and comments must be emailed to

Important Notes:
- The Office of the Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace
- Internship is unpaid, but academic credit is available
- Must pass a criminal background check and sign a Volunteer Statement and Security Screening Authorization
- Deadline for applications: Summer (extended to 03/01/2024), Fall, Spring
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but must be received by deadline for consideration for specific term
- Completed internship packets and any questions and comments must be emailed to
- Internship locations include various cities in Florida

Legal Research, Legal Writing, Oral Advocacy, Case Management, Trial Preparation, Appellate Brief Writing, Negotiation, Legal Analysis, Case Strategy, Document Review, Legal Drafting, Client Counseling, Fact Investigation, Time Management, Communication, Teamwork, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited ABA law school.

Interested applicants should complete and submit the appropriate application packet, including a resume, letter from academic advisor or university, and official transcript (if not available online, unofficial is accepted but official will be needed if selected). 2nd and 3rd year law students may be asked to provide a writing sample during the interview process. Completed packets should be emailed to .

Qualification and Experience Must be enrolled in an accredited ABA law school and eligible to receive academic credit or participate in a law school sponsored program. Must have a minimum of 20 hours per week availability for internship. Must have excellent writing and research skills.

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