Organization: New Jersey Division of Law
Department: Law & Public Safety
Job Title: Law Student Intern
Experience: Law student currently enrolled in Fall or Spring Semester or on summer break
Internship Opportunities:
- Available for law students during Fall, Spring, or Summer sessions
- Assignments to specific sections based on student interest
- Supervision by Deputy Attorney General and overall supervision by Assistant Attorney General
- Full range of law clerk responsibilities, including research and writing
- Opportunity to observe a wide range of lawyering activity
- Attendance at court proceedings, meetings with clients, depositions, and special events
- Eligibility for training sessions offered to Deputy Attorneys General throughout the year
Summer Session Details:
- Duration: June through August
- Application deadline: March 15
Application Process:
- Submit Internship Application, resume, legal writing sample, and most recent grade report to appropriate recruiter
- Interviews and offers made on a rolling basis
- If offered a position, completion of Confidential Background Investigation Clearance Form is required
Recruiters:
Trenton and Voorhees Office:
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- Email: [email protected]
- Address: Division of Law, Department of Law & Public Safety, 25 Market Street, . Box 114, Trenton, NJ 08625-0114
Newark Office:
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- Address: Division of Law, Department of Law & Public Safety, 124 Halsey Street, Newark, NJ 07101
Internship Application:
The New Jersey Division of Law offers law students the opportunity to serve as interns in their Fall or Spring Semesters or during their Summer breaks. The program provides a valuable experience for students interested in pursuing a career in law, as they work alongside experienced attorneys and gain firsthand knowledge of the legal profession.
During the internship, students will be assigned to one of the Division's sections, based on their interests. They will be supervised by a Deputy Attorney General and have overall supervision by an Assistant Attorney General. This allows for a well-rounded experience and exposure to various aspects of lawyering. Students will have the opportunity to perform a full range of law clerk responsibilities, including research and writing, and attend court proceedings, meetings with clients, depositions, and other special events. They will also be eligible to participate in training sessions offered to Deputy Attorneys General throughout the year.
The Summer Session, which runs from June through August, provides a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience during their break from school. The application deadline for this session is March 15, giving students ample time to prepare and submit their materials.
To be considered for a position in the program, interested law students must submit the Internship Application, along with their resume, legal writing sample, and most recent grade report, to the appropriate recruiter. Interviews and offers are made on a rolling basis, so it is encouraged to apply as soon as possible. If offered a position, completion of a Confidential Background Investigation Clearance Form is required.
The Division of Law has offices in Trenton, Voorhees, and Newark. Students can indicate their preference for location and will be assigned accordingly. In Trenton and Voorhees, the contact person is Philip J. Espinosa, Deputy Attorney General, while in Newark, the contact person is the Newark Intern Coordinator. All necessary contact information is provided for each recruiter.
In addition to gaining practical experience, the internship also offers a unique opportunity for students to network and potentially secure future employment opportunities. The Division conducts interviews and extends offers for positions in the program on a rolling basis, giving students the chance to make a strong impression and potentially be considered for a full-time position after graduation.
In summary, the New Jersey Division of Law offers law students a valuable and rewarding opportunity to serve as interns during their academic year or summer break. The program provides a well-rounded experience, exposure to a variety of legal work, and the chance to build relationships with experienced attorneys. Interested students should submit their applications and materials according to the schedule outlined above for the best chance at being considered for a position.
