Public Defense Legal Intern, 10 Week Summer 2027, (Rule 9 Licensed)

This posting will remain open until vacancies are filled and may close at any time without prior notice. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. on September 3, 2026, will be given priority consideration. The Department of Public Defense (DPD) is actively recruiting 2nd year law students to participate in a 10-week internship beginning in June 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for students considering a career in public defense. Students with a Rule 9 license can appear on the record, under supervision. DPD’s internship program gives students meaningful opportunities to engage...