Summer Law Student Intern

LocationManhattan, NY (Hybrid)

SetupHybrid

LevelEntry

Posted3w ago

Legal

Quick answer

Advocates For Children (AFC) is hiring a Summer Law Student Intern to work on behalf of children and youth facing barriers to academic success, focusing on direct service, litigation, legal research, policy, and public-facing resource development. The internship is unpaid and runs from June 1, 2027, to August 5, 2027, with the option to extend for another 2 weeks. Applications are due by October 12, 2026.

Role: Summer Law Student Intern
Organization: Advocates For Children (AFC)
Location: Manhattan, NY (Hybrid)
Work setup: Hybrid
Level: Entry
Compensation: Unpaid
Category: Legal

The role

AFC is seeking a Summer Law Student Intern to work on behalf of children and youth facing barriers to academic success, focusing on direct service, litigation, legal research, policy, and public-facing resource development.

What you'll do

Work closely with clients throughout all stages of representation
Prepare documents and briefs related to impartial hearings
Assist attorneys with impact litigation and policy reform initiatives

What it takes

Current JD candidate at an ABA-accredited law school
Understanding of and alignment with AFC’s mission
Clear expression of interest in AFC and the communities it serves
Desire to learn and apply diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism principles
Demonstrated commitment to social justice
Personal and/or professional experience with the communities AFC serves

What you'll bring

Legal researchLegal writingClient communicationCase managementProject managementMicrosoft Office proficiency

Frequently asked questions

Where is the internship located?

The internship is based in Manhattan, NY, with a hybrid work schedule.

Is the internship paid?

This is an unpaid internship. AFC will try to work with law school programs that fund or provide credit to law students.

When are applications due?

Applications should be submitted by October 12, 2026, for consideration for interviews on October 22 and 23, 2026. Applications by January 3, 2027, will be considered for interviews on January 13 and 14, 2027.

What are the key qualifications?

Key qualifications include being a current JD candidate, understanding AFC’s mission, clear interest in the organization, and a demonstrated commitment to social justice.

How do I apply?

Applications should be submitted through Greenhouse. Please do not apply via email.

How to apply

Apply directly on Advocates For Children (AFC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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