MHLAC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We are committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. MHLAC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Organization: MHLAC
Job Title: Legal Intern
Experience: Undergraduate and graduate students welcome to apply
Salary: Unpaid, but can be used for academic credit
MHLAC, a non-profit organization, is seeking undergraduate and graduate students to join our team as legal interns. Our mission is to protect and advance the rights of individuals with mental health challenges through litigation, policy work, and education. We focus on various areas such as family law, school exclusion and discipline, healthcare reform, and access to mental health care for those in jail or psychiatric facilities.
As a legal intern at MHLAC, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks including legal and factual research, writing, attending meetings, interviewing clients, case management, and participating in court and administrative proceedings. Our internships are generally hybrid, with some in-person work required, but we may have a fully remote option available in limited circumstances.
Semester internships are available for both part-time (at least 10 hours per week) and full-time positions. We are also open to working with your class schedule to accommodate your internship hours. Our fall internships accept resumes until September 1st each year or until all spots are filled.
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Lauren Roy, Esq. at . In your cover letter, please specify whether you are interested in a full-time summer internship or a full-time or part-time semester internship.
At MHLAC, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
H1: Join Our Team as a Legal Intern at MHLAC
H2: Protecting and Advancing the Rights of Individuals with Mental Health Challenges
