Government
Anchorage, AK
Law Student - Government in Anchorage, AK
Law Student
No
SEO friendly job title: Civil Division Internship Program at **Members Only**
H1: Join Our Civil Division Internship Program at the **Members Only**
H2: Gain Legal Experience and Make a Difference with Our Volunteer Summer Internship
Organization: **Members Only**
Department: Civil Division
Salary: Unpaid (check with your law school for financial aid options)
Experience: Enrollment in accredited law school
Introduction:
- Volunteer summer intern positions available at the **Members Only** for students enrolled in accredited law schools
- Opportunity to gain legal experience and work on meaningful projects
- Past interns have come from top law schools across the country
Commitment:
- Ten-week program
- No stipend or salary offered, but financial aid may be available through law schools for interning with public agencies like the Department of Law
Internship Availability:
- Civil Division and Criminal Division
- 16 different sections representing various agencies and the Governor's office
- Assigned to one section and may do legal research, writing, and courtroom work under the guidance of experienced lawyers
- Learning opportunities such as depositions, client meetings, and witness preparation available
- Placements in Anchorage, Juneau, and Fairbanks offices
Eligibility:
- Second and third-year students working in the Fairbanks office or Human Services section
- Completed at least half of the coursework required for a law degree
- Eligible for a "legal intern permit" under Alaska Bar Rule 44, allowing appearance in court
Feedback and Writing Sample:
- Feedback provided on written and courtroom work by experienced attorneys
- Strive to provide a substantive writing sample at the end of the internship
FAQs:
- Does the **Members Only** pay its interns?
- How long is the internship and when does it start?
- How does the application process work?
- When should I apply?
- What areas of law would I be working in?
- Where in Alaska would I work?
- What kinds of projects am I likely to work on?
- How do I find out about housing?
- Do I need a car?
- Can I get work study credit?
- Can I take time off during my internship?
Application Process:
- Send resume, cover letter, writing sample, law school transcript, and three references to the division of interest
- Women and minority applicants encouraged
- Equal opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Applicants who need accommodation may call Relay Alaska or the Department of Law
- Hiring decisions made by the Attorney General
Contact Information:
- Civil Division Contact: Jessica Leeah, Chief Assistant Attorney General
- Address: **Members Only**, 1031 W. 4th Avenue, Suite 200, Anchorage, AK 99501
- Email: ****
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- Please indicate section(s) of interest and geographic preference or requirements in cover letter
Disclaimer:
- Applicants are encouraged to seek information from current employees of the Department of Law
- The state is not bound by any offer of employment or commitment unless made in writing by an authorized representative of the Attorney General
- Final hiring decisions made by the Attorney General
Jun 17, 2025
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