Spring Internship Program

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Organization: Office of the Attorney General
Job Title: Law Student Intern
Salary: Unpaid, academic credit available
Experience: , 2nd or 3rd year preferred

Overview:
- The Office of the Attorney General is seeking law student interns for their Criminal and Capital Appeals Division.
- This division represents and defends State prosecutions in all criminal appeals and handles death penalty litigation statewide.
- This internship offers practical experience in a legal field and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work.
- Interns must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week for a prescribed period.

Requirements:
- Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited ABA law school.
- 2nd or 3rd year law students preferred.
- Must be able to intern a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- Documentation must be provided for participation in law school sponsored programs.

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

Responsibilities:
- Interns will assist with criminal appeals in the five state courts of appeal, Florida Supreme Court, and federal courts.
- May also have the opportunity to work on death penalty litigation.
- Interns must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.

Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in an accredited ABA law school.
- 2nd or 3rd year law students preferred.
- Must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- Documentation must be provided for participation in law school sponsored programs.

Application Process:
- Interested students must complete and submit an application packet prior to the deadline.
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.
- Completed packets can be emailed to .
- Only those who receive a favorable background check will be considered for review by managers.

Application Requirements:
- Application for Internship
- Resume
- Letter from advisor or university confirming eligibility for academic credit or participation in a law school sponsored program
- Official transcript (unofficial accepted if not available online)
- Writing sample for 2nd and 3rd year law students (if selected for an interview)

General Information:
- Internships are unpaid, but academic credit is available.
- Interns will not be compensated or eligible for benefits other than Worker's Compensation.
- Security screening and background check will be conducted.
- Applicants must be . citizens or legally authorized to work in the .
- Criminal history information must be reported.
- Omissions or falsifications may disqualify applicants and may be grounds for release from the program.

To Apply:
- Complete the application form and submit it with all required documents to .
- Applications must be received by the deadline to be considered for the indicated term.
- Select top 3 choices for internships in order of preference.
- Be sure to select a location that corresponds to the chosen division.
- Provide contact information for academic advisor.
- Certify that all information provided is true and authorize background check.
- Provide names and contact information for two references.

Thank you for your interest in the Law Student Internship Program with the Office of the Attorney General. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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Legal research, writing, oral advocacy, case management

Law student enrolled in an accredited ABA law school

Complete and submit application packet prior to deadline

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

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