Law Student - Government in Belvidere, NJ

Government

Belvidere, NJ

Law Student - Government in Belvidere, NJ

Law Student

No

Internship Opportunities at **Members Only**

- Hands-on experience working with attorneys, investigators, and staff
- Real-world experience in investigations, client communication, research and writing, trial preparation, and advocacy
- Excellent training and mentorship opportunities
- Available year-round and statewide
- Internships for law students
- Assist with case preparation, litigation, and ongoing and/or systemic projects
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Draft motions, briefs, memoranda, and reports
- Participate in client and witness interviews
- Observe and appear in courtroom proceedings
- Attend training programs
- Opportunity for students who have completed 2 years of law school to appear in court under supervision of NJOPD attorneys

About NJOPD

- Provides first-class legal representation to indigent individuals at both the trial and appellate levels
- Represents individuals charged with criminal offenses, children who have been removed, individuals involuntarily committed to State psychiatric facilities, and more
- Also represents clients in Recovery Court and Intensive Supervision Program matters

How to Apply

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- Cover letter should explain: (1) why you are seeking an internship/externship with NJOPD; (2) practice area(s) of interest; (3) geographic preference or limitations; and (4) availability, including anticipated start/end date, number of hours, and schedule
- Applications accepted on a rolling basis between June 15th and July 31st (Fall), October 15th and November 30th (Spring), and December 15th and April 15th (Summer)
- All applicants must be interviewed, complete confidentiality and ethics paperwork, and be screened and approved prior to being offered an internship/externship with NJOPD

Salary Information

- Unpaid internship/externship
- Excellent training and mentorship opportunities provided

Job Title

- Internship/Externship with **Members Only**

Experience Information

- Open to law students who have completed 2 years of law school
- Students may appear in court under supervision of NJOPD attorneys
- Opportunities available year-round and statewide

About NJOPD

- Provides first-class legal representation to indigent individuals at both the trial and appellate levels
- Represents individuals charged with criminal offenses, children who have been removed, individuals involuntarily committed to State psychiatric facilities, and more
- Also represents clients in Recovery Court and Intensive Supervision Program matters

Responsibilities

- Assist attorneys and staff with case preparation, litigation, and ongoing and/or systemic projects
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Draft motions, briefs, memoranda, and reports
- Participate in client and witness interviews
- Observe and appear in courtroom proceedings
- Attend training programs

Qualifications

- Law students who have completed 2 years of law school
- Strong research and writing skills
- Interest in indigent defense and criminal justice system
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

How to Apply

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- Cover letter should explain: (1) why you are seeking an internship/externship with NJOPD; (2) practice area(s) of interest; (3) geographic preference or limitations; and (4) availability, including anticipated start/end date, number of hours, and schedule
- Applications accepted on a rolling basis between June 15th and July 31st (Fall), October 15th and November 30th (Spring), and December 15th and April 15th (Summer)
- All applicants must be interviewed, complete confidentiality and ethics paperwork, and be screened and approved prior to being offered an internship/externship with NJOPD

Organization Information

- Organization: **Members Only**
- Location: New Jersey
- Job Type: Unpaid internship/externship
- Department: ****

H1 and H2 Friendly Headings

H1: Internship Opportunities at **Members Only**
H2: About NJOPD

H1: How to Apply
H2: Responsibilities and Qualifications

H1: Salary Information and Job Title
H2: Experience Information and About NJOPD