Law Student - Public Interest in New Bedford, MA

Public Interest

New Bedford, MA

Law Student - Public Interest in New Bedford, MA

Law Student

No

Job Title: Internship Summer

Job Responsibilities:
Interns at the organization will engage in a variety of tasks depending on their availability, experience, and the specific needs of the department. Responsibilities may include:

- Providing client services and advocacy.
- Conducting client intakes and gathering information.
- Performing research projects and assisting staff with case preparation.
- Observing court hearings and participating in orientation and learning opportunities.
- For summer interns or those in longer-term programs, there may be additional opportunities for direct service to clients and involvement in case work.
- Depending on experience and certifications, direct representation on certain legal matters may be possible.
- Attending additional events, learning opportunities, and trainings.

Education and Experience Information:
The internship positions are open to a wide range of applicants, including law and undergraduate students. The organization considers all kinds of experience, not just credentials, when reviewing applications. Interns are encouraged to express an interest in a particular type of work, which will be matched with a staff person in an accessible office. The organization is flexible with scheduling to accommodate academic and work schedules, and encourages students participating in co-op or other work programs to consider longer periods of engagement.

Salary Information:
The organization currently does not compensate interns directly. However, they are supportive of candidates who have secured alternative sources of funding and will assist with the necessary paperwork. The organization participates in work study programs operated through schools and accepts fellowship applicants.

Additional Information:
The organization operates a hybrid model with both in-person and remote work options, but fully remote options are typically not available. Interns are expected to be flexible with travel arrangements as the organization's work spans across a service area with offices in Brockton, Fall River, New Bedford, and Hyannis. Positions are available in various practice areas including housing, family law, consumer law, benefits, elder law, education, immigration, and housing. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as availability may be limited. The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.