Law Student - Government in Ann Arbor, MI

Government

Ann Arbor, MI

Law Student - Government in Ann Arbor, MI

Law Student

No

Job Title: Legal Intern

Job Responsibilities:
- Engage in practical legal work as part of high-volume trial lawyer teams.
- Participate actively in all facets of the criminal justice system, including courtroom experience, client interactions, and research and writing tasks.
- Gain courtroom exposure under the supervision of experienced trial attorneys, with opportunities to appear on the record.
- Attend comprehensive orientations and reviews designed to prepare interns for their roles and address any queries.
- Collaborate with the Arraignment Division on weekends for weekend arraignments, subject to availability.
- Coordinate schedules within operational hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm, with potential weekend work.

Education and Experience Information:
- Applicants must be enrolled in law school or an accredited college.
- A strong academic record is required.
- Demonstrated passion for criminal law and public defense is essential.
- Commitment to justice, integrity, and making a positive impact is crucial.

Internship Schedules:
- Interns must commit to a minimum of two days per week, dedicating 4 to 6 hours each day, resulting in a weekly total of 8 to 12 hours.
- Schedules for social work and investigator interns may vary based on school requirements and prevailing caseloads.

Internship Areas:
- Legal Internships
- Social Work Internships
- Investigation Internships
- Finance and Business Internships

Program Capacity:
- The program accommodates approximately 40 interns each term, ensuring individualized attention and guidance.

Earning Course Credit:
- Students can earn course credit through their universities by coordinating the necessary arrangements.
- Students must communicate any requirements for volunteer hours to program coordinators and supervisors.

Internship Start Date(s):
- Interns must be available to start within one week of their designated orientation date.
- A waitlist option is available for those unable to start on time.

Program Dates:
- Fall 2025: September 8, 2025, to December 22, 2025
- Application Deadline: August 29, 2025
- Orientation Date: September 5, 2025

How to Apply:
- Submit an updated resume, a compelling cover letter, a short essay, and any other relevant documents.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a waitlist available once full capacity is reached.

Salary Information:
- The internship positions are unpaid but may qualify for course credit at educational institutions.