Law Student - Government in Boston, MA

Government

Boston, MA

Law Student - Government in Boston, MA

Law Student

No

- Internship opportunities available for Summer 2025 in the Public Defender Division (PDD) of the Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Seeking law students, graduate students, and undergraduate students for positions in the PDD.
- PDD fights for equal justice and human dignity by supporting clients in achieving their legal and life goals.
- Values of courage, accountability, respect, and excellence are upheld in the work of the PDD.
- PDD stands with clients and the community in the fight for justice and promotes just public policy to protect the rights of all.
- Diversity and inclusion are core values of the PDD, and individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized, or underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
- Clients represented by the PDD come from diverse backgrounds, creating a need for cultural competency in attorneys.
- CPCS is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its staff and work climate.
- CPCS is responsible for providing legal representation in criminal, delinquency, child welfare, and other cases where an attorney is required and the individual cannot afford one.
- PDD trial offices offer internships with opportunities for legal research and writing, arraignment and bail advocacy, second seating trials, and pretrial investigations.
- Interested candidates should have a demonstrated commitment to zealous advocacy and protecting fundamental constitutional and human rights.
- Access to reliable transportation and a personal computer with internet access is required for interns.
- Application materials include a resume, personal mission statement, and writing sample.
- Applicants should specify preferred office locations for the internship program.
- Paid internship opportunities are available through CPCS, with an application process for consideration.
- CPCS can also work with students to support externship credit or outside funding if not selected for a paid internship.
- Regions with PDD offices include the Southeast, Northeast, West, and Central regions of Massachusetts.
- Each region offers unique opportunities and is home to diverse populations and historical landmarks.
- CPCS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation.