Student Internships, Summer

Full-time

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Organization: Division of Law (DOL)
Job Title: Law Student Intern
Experience: only
Salary: Unpaid internship

The Division of Law (DOL) within the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety offers law students the opportunity to gain practical experience through an unpaid internship program. This program is coordinated with the Division of Administration, Human Resource Management and is divided into 11 sections in Newark, 14 sections in Trenton, and 1 section in Voorhees.

DOL interns are assigned to a specific section based on their interests, allowing them to specialize in areas such as education law, civil rights litigation, complex financial transactions, or child protection proceedings. They perform law clerk responsibilities, including research and writing, and also have the chance to observe various aspects of lawyering, such as court proceedings, client meetings, and depositions. Additionally, they can participate in training sessions offered to Deputy Attorneys General throughout the year.

The DOL internship is available to law students during their summer break, fall semester, or spring semester. The application deadlines are March 15 for the summer program, July 15 for the fall semester, and November 15 for the spring semester. Interested applicants should submit their materials to Philip J. Espinosa, DAG, at the address provided for Trenton and Voorhees locations.

H1: DOL Law Student Internship Program
H2: Gain Practical Experience Through an Unpaid Internship

Benefits of a DOL internship include:

- Specialize in a specific area of interest
- Perform law clerk responsibilities
- Observe various aspects of lawyering
- Attend court proceedings, client meetings, and depositions
- Participate in training sessions for Deputy Attorneys General
- Gain practical experience in a government setting

To apply for a DOL internship, follow these steps:

1. Select the location (Newark, Trenton, or Voorhees) and section that aligns with your interests.
2. Check the application deadlines for the desired semester.
3. Submit your materials to the contact information provided for the specific location.
4. Wait for a response from the DOL.

Note: The DOL internship is only available to law students.

As an intern with the DOL, you will have the opportunity to work with experienced attorneys and gain valuable insights into the legal field. This internship is an excellent opportunity for law students to gain practical experience and make connections in the government sector. Apply now and take the first step towards a successful legal career.

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Research, writing, observation, attending court proceedings, client meetings, depositions, training

Law student

Submit materials to contact information provided by relevant Division

Qualification and Experience Law students

Legal