Law Student - Government in Georgetown, TX

Government

Georgetown, TX

Law Student - Government in Georgetown, TX

Law Student

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Job Title: Fall Intern - Family Justice Division Job Responsibilities: The internship program offered by the organization provides law students a unique opportunity to work in a Texas prosecutor's office, specifically within the Family Justice Division. Interns are expected to: - Gain real courtroom experience in a hands-on setting. - Observe and participate in motion practice, contested hearings, and trials. - Assist with case review, investigation, and trial preparation. - Communicate with witnesses and crime victims regarding ongoing cases. Education and Experience Information: Internships are limited to law students who meet the following criteria: - Must be in their 2L or 3L year or be law school post-graduates. - Preference is given to students eligible for a Temporary Trial Card through the Texas Bar Association. Additional Requirements: - Internships are unpaid. - Accepted interns are subject to background checks and other security measures. - Interns seeking to earn school credit will have their academic requirements accommodated in collaboration with their law schools. Application Deadlines: - For summer internships (May - August), applications must be submitted by April 30th. - For fall internships (August - November), applications must be submitted by July 15th. - Special circumstances for different intern times may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Legal Considerations: - Interns must authorize the release of information for a background check, which is a prerequisite for consideration for the internship. - Any disqualifying information found during the background check or falsification of information may lead to termination of the internship. Salary Information: - The internship program is unpaid. This internship provides an invaluable opportunity for law students to experience the inner workings of a prosecutor's office, gain practical legal skills, and engage directly with the legal process as part of the Family Justice Division.