Law Student - Government in San Francisco, CA

Government

San Francisco, CA

Law Student - Government in San Francisco, CA

Law Student

2-3 yrs required

No

Internship Title: Summer 2025 Law School Internship at the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

Location: San Francisco, California

Salary: Unpaid (volunteer or work-study options available)

Experience: Current law school students

Overview:

The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking law school students to participate in its Internship Program during the summer of 2025. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work in a nationally recognized municipal law office and gain practical knowledge and experience in municipal law and government affairs. The program is designed to help interns emerge as leaders in government and public-interest law, and interns will have the opportunity to work on a variety of legal assignments under the guidance of experienced deputy city attorneys.

Responsibilities:

- Work on a variety of legal assignments under the direction and supervision of deputy city attorneys
- Participate in client meetings, trials, court hearings, depositions, and public meetings with city departments and officials
- Attend events, tours, and lectures organized by the office to provide an inside view of the important work required of lawyers for a city like San Francisco

Qualifications:

- Currently enrolled in an accredited law school
- Interest in municipal law and government affairs
- Strong research, writing, and communication skills
- Ability to work a minimum of 12 hours per week during the spring and fall, and a minimum of 20 hours per week during the summer

Application Process:

To apply, email a cover letter, resume, and brief legal writing sample to ****. The application deadline is December 13, 2024, and the mandatory orientation will take place on Monday, June 9, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions:

- Who is eligible? Students currently enrolled in an accredited law school are eligible to participate in the program.
- How do I apply? Submit a cover letter, resume, and legal writing sample to the email provided.
- When is the application deadline? The deadline is December 13, 2024.
- What types of internships are available? The office offers clinical, volunteer, and work-study internships during the spring, summer, and fall semesters.
- Do interns get paid? The volunteer internship is unpaid, while the clinical and work-study options may be paid depending on the approval of the intern's law school and the availability of funds.
- Can internships be done remotely? The program allows for a hybrid schedule of in-person and telecommute work, but full remote work is not allowed.
- What type of assignments will interns perform? Interns will assist deputy city attorneys in drafting statutes and regulations, reviewing contracts, representing the City in court, and advising city officials and departments.
- What type of training will interns receive? Interns will attend an office orientation and receive training on using the computer network. Each team will also provide training for specific assignments.
- What type of relationship can interns expect to have with deputy city attorneys? The office encourages deputies to mentor interns and provide feedback. Interns will work closely with multiple attorneys and have an intern coordinator for guidance.
- What type of activities will interns participate in and observe? Interns may attend hearings, trials, and meetings and will have the opportunity to participate in events and tours organized by the office.
- What types of research materials will interns have access to? The office has an extensive legal library and electronic research materials.
- Are there opportunities for interns to work more than one semester? Yes, interns may participate in up to two semesters.
- Will interns be offered a job at the end of the internship? While not guaranteed, the office typically hires attorneys with two to three years of experience.
- What have past interns said about the program? Past interns have had a great experience and gained valuable legal skills while interning with the City Attorney's Office.

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