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Committee for Public Counsel Services · 3 months ago

Internship Opportunities - Summer 2026 - Private Counsel Division & Specialty Units - Statewide

US-MA-Boston

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

The Committee for Public Counsel Services is seeking interns for Summer 2026 across various units focused on legal advocacy and human rights. Interns will engage in legal research, assist with case preparation, and collaborate with attorneys to support clients facing legal challenges.

CommunitiesLaw EnforcementPublic Relations

Responsibilities

Assist with legal research and writing

Observe court trials

Visit incarcerated clients

Review psychological and scientific studies

Assist with case preparation and litigation support

Screen cases for access to counsel

Draft trial and appellate court filings

Collaborate with experienced lawyers on litigation

Research and write advisory memoranda

Help with editing briefs

Review cases for inclusion in databases

Qualification

Legal researchLitigation supportZealous advocacyCultural competenceCommunication skillsTeam collaborationAttention to detail

Required

Demonstrated commitment to the principle of zealous advocacy, community-oriented defense, and the protection of fundamental constitutional and human rights

Access to reliable transportation in order to travel to courts, clients, and investigation locations that are not easily accessible by public transportation

Access to a personal computer with home internet access sufficient to work remotely