2L Summer Law Internship: Trial & Law Division

The company name is \"The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office\".; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office is offering a 10-week Summer Internship Program for 2L law students. Interns rotate between Trial and Law divisions, gaining exposure to practical prosecutor work in Philadelphia's criminal justice system.

Selected students work on misdemeanor trials, preliminary hearings, and legal research, with opportunities to draft briefs, memos, and potentially appear in court.

Qualifications

• Must be a current 2L student at an accredited law school.
• Must be a Certified Legal Intern.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service and a strong academic record.
• Ideal candidates will possess fairness, empathy, a strong work ethic, and an understanding of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Trial Division: Handle misdemeanor trials and felony preliminary hearings.
• Law Division: Research caselaw and statutes, draft briefs or memos, and may appear in court for the PCRA Unit.

Skills

Current 2L student

Certified Legal Intern

Public service mindset

Strong academic record

Job description

The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office is offering a 10-week Summer Internship Program for 2L law students. Interns rotate between Trial and Law divisions, gaining exposure to practical prosecutor work in Philadelphia's criminal justice system.

Selected students work on misdemeanor trials, preliminary hearings, and legal research, with opportunities to draft briefs, memos, and potentially appear in court.