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Defenders of Justice
Justice Circle The North Carolina Justice Center is a progressive research and advocacy organization dedicated to expanding opportunity and protecting the rights of low-income individuals in North Carolina. For over 25 years, the NC Justice Center has been on the front lines in the courts, at the legislature, in the media, and in communities advocating for positive changes for low-income and working North Carolinians. The NC Justice Center has played a primary role in most of the state’s major policy debates and successfully litigated hundreds of individual cases and class actions.
Legal Internship
The North Carolina Justice Center is seeking three law student interns to help us carry out our mission. This opportunity is for the summer of 2025. This is a hybrid opportunity where interns will be required to work in the office at least two days per week. We will be reviewing applications in early December 2024, we will be conducting interviews on a rolling basis, positions will be open until filled.
The Role:
Legal interns work with NC Justice Center staff on a variety of issues:
- Legal research and writing
- Litigation support
- Drafting model legislation
- Legislative research
- Assistance with lobbying efforts
- Research for policy reports or briefs
- Communication with clients and constituents
- Other related legal duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Legal interns must have a college undergraduate degree and complete at least one year of an accredited law school. Strong writing and analytical skills and ability to work with others are critical. Spanish proficiency is desirable.
Compensation:
The North Carolina Justice Center is a non-profit organization entirely dependent on grants and donations, consequently we encourage candidates to apply for funding through their schools and explore alternate funding opportunities. Nevertheless, the North Carolina Justice Center provides limited funding to interns based on needs.
To apply:
This position is open immediately. To apply please submit your click the following link:
The NC Justice Center is an equal opportunity employer. People of color and individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for available positions. The NC Justice Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic background, citizenship status, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or disability. Furthermore, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to prior record of arrest or conviction.