Law Student - Government in Anchorage, AK

Government

Anchorage, AK

Law Student - Government in Anchorage, AK

Law Student

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Civil Division Internship Program: Gain Valuable Experience in Alaska's Largest Law Firm

- Internship program at the **Members Only** is a volunteer opportunity
- Available for students enrolled in accredited law schools
- Ten-week commitment required
- Stipend or salary not offered, but financial aid may be available through law schools
- Internships available in both Civil and Criminal Divisions
- 16 different sections representing various agencies of the State and Governor's office
- Assigned to one section, with opportunities for legal research, writing, and courtroom work
- Supervised by experienced trial lawyers
- Learning opportunities include attending depositions, client meetings, and witness preparation
- Interns placed in Anchorage, Juneau, and Fairbanks offices
- Eligible for "legal intern permit" allowing appearance in court
- Feedback provided on written and courtroom work
- Strive to provide substantive writing sample at end of internship
- Frequently asked questions section to address common inquiries
- Interns not paid, but may be eligible for financial aid through law schools
- Preference for ten-week commitment, with flexible start and end dates
- Application process outlined under "How to Apply"
- Applications accepted at any time, with positions typically filled by mid-February
- Civil and Criminal Divisions handle different areas of law
- Interns placed in offices throughout the state, with majority in Anchorage
- Variety of legal experiences offered, with opportunity to participate in different sections if available
- "Legal intern permit" available for second and third-year students in certain locations
- Resources provided for finding short-term housing
- Car not necessary, as many housing options within walking, bus, or biking distance
- Work study credit may be available, check with law school
- Some sections may approve leave during internship
- Contact information provided for application submission
- Women and minority applications encouraged
- Equal opportunity employer, complies with Americans with Disabilities Act
- Final hiring decisions made by Attorney General, not bound by verbal offers
- Gain valuable experience in Alaska's largest law firm.