Interns
Through our internship program, students are exposed to a wide range of civil legal issues including: life planning, family law, bankruptcy, consumer debt, criminal record expungement, and housing law that help meet the needs of people with limited financial means. Students will learn about the civil legal system, along with its inherent barriers, and work with clients and partners of diverse backgrounds and experiences through the internship. Ideal for any undergraduate or graduate student who is interested in the law, social justice, community service, and non-profit management, we offer internship opportunities for the spring, summer, and fall semesters.
The Sandy Brown Public Interest Internship Program was created to honor Shore Legal Access’s recently retired executive director, Sandy Brown, and her work to increase access to civil justice for clients. We recognize the importance of paid experiential learning opportunities for students and are excited to offer compensation of $3500 for each Sandy Brown Public Interest intern.
Internship Responsibilities include:
- Assist staff with client screenings, intakes, and data entry
- Assist staff with case management and client scheduling
- Research current issues facing client groups in MD and beyond, and draft summaries
- Potential to assist in grant writing opportunities
- Organize fundraising events to support SLA Legal Programs
- Represent SLA at community outreach events, interact with the public, and network with community partners
- Attend family law consultations and life planning clinics with volunteer attorneys
- Attend and assist staff during rent court dockets
- Create social media posts to promote SLA services and current events
- Opportunity to attend Board Meetings and other events
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate or graduate student
- Demonstrates strong sense of professionalism and flexibility
- Passion for community service
- Demonstrate ability to self-motivate and complete tasks independently
How to Apply: Complete application online and submit with your resume and or download the application and submit your cover letter to [email protected]. If you have any questions please contact Shore Legal Access.
Applications due:
- Summer semester: April 1
- Fall semester: August 1
- Spring semester: November 17
Meet our 2022 Sandy Brown Public Interest Interns
CORE VALUES
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Access Goal
Shore Legal Access seeks to acknowledge and honor individual differences by fostering a culture of dignity, respect, and belonging for all service recipients, staff, volunteers, and leaders.