Law Student - Government in Sacramento, CA

Government

Sacramento, CA

Law Student - Government in Sacramento, CA

Law Student

No

Job Title: Summer Legal Internship

Job Responsibilities:
The Legal Intern positions are designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the legal field. Interns will engage in various activities, including:
- Researching legal issues and case law.
- Writing memoranda of findings, briefs, and motions.
- Observing federal court proceedings to gain practical insights into the judicial process.

Internships are available in different units, each focusing on specific aspects of legal practice:
- Investigation
- Misdemeanor Unit
- Felony Unit
- Capital Habeas Unit

Education and Experience Information:
To be eligible for the Legal Intern position, applicants must meet the following educational and experience criteria:
- Enrollment in or recent graduation from a 3 or 4-year law school curriculum leading to a degree.
- Admission to the State Bar of California within the past 12 months is necessary.
- Preferably, candidates should be second-semester, second-year day students or third-year evening students. However, first-year day students or second-year evening students are also considered for summer positions.
- During the school year, candidates must have completed their first year at an accredited law school to qualify for the internship.

Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific information regarding the salary or compensation for the Legal Intern positions.

Additional Information:
- The internship opportunities are available in both full-time and part-time capacities.
- Supervisors will review resumes, conduct interviews, and make hiring decisions directly.
- Applicants interested in the Legal Intern positions must submit their resumes by specific deadlines:
- February 28th for summer positions
- June 30th for fall semester positions
- October 30th for spring semester positions

Legal interns will gain valuable legal experience and exposure to various legal proceedings, providing a foundation for future careers in law.