Law internship job description

ABOUT THE ACLU

For 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation's guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it's ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With nearly two million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual's rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

• Location : Due to COVID-19 our offices are currently operating in reduced capacities. We plan to launch a Summer 2023 internship program that offers a limited number of in-person, remote, or hybrid intern positions. Candidates for this internship who are located in proximity to the New York office may opt to work with us in-person if interested. Those not located in proximity to the New York office or who wish to remain remote may work with us remotely.
• Time Commitment : This Summer internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week.
• Internship Duration: Full-time internships extend for a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start May 30 or June 12, 2023 .
• Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who do not receive course credit and are lawfully authorized to work. Students who receive outside funding are eligible for a partial stipend to bring their total funding up to the level of ACLU's stipend amount for that term, if applicable. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. Below is the stipend breakdown by term:
  • Summer: $6,500 for undergraduate students or equivalent experience and $7,500 for graduate and law students or equivalent experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Interns will conduct research, writing, and investigation across CLRP's priority areas, and play an active role on litigation teams. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Legal research
• Legal writing
• Fact investigation
• Other projects as assigned

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

The internship is open to students enrolled at U.S. law schools who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following:

• Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing
• Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• The initiative to see projects through to completion
• A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and racial justice
• Commitment to the mission of the ACLU and CLRP
• Valid work authorization for those seeking a stipend from the ACLU

This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the inte

Pay Grade: N7

Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time

AKBCU: No ICPA: No

General Functions

Through a 12-week internship, the Law Clerk Intern gains professional work experience by applying education in a practical work setting and gains a greater understanding of the legal profession. This position works in close partnership with ANJC Staff Attorneys, Paralegals, Advocate Case Managers and Tribal Court Facilitators.

Under the direction of the legal team, the Law Clerk Intern’s responsibilities and activities include researching, writing, supporting litigation, participating in administrative advocacy, and performing similar work functions.

ANJC represents Alaska Tribes in child welfare matters that implicate the Indian Child Welfare Act, provides technical assistance and training to tribal justice systems, and provides civil legal services to primarily Alaska Native and American Indian victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, dating violence and stalking.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and participate in a goal setting process to determine learning objectives.
• Observe and assist with programs and services, including client interviews.
• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Prepare for hearings or trials, including document preparation, appearance and assistance at hearings
• Attend meetings and training as appropriate to acquire knowledge and skills.
• Organize and assist in implementing strategies for special projects.
• Prepare project reports and progress summaries on assignments.
• Collaborate with staff to promote client education and safety.
• Maintain confidential files.
• Interact and engage effectively with a variety of personalities and situations requiring sound judgment.
• Participate in pro bono clinics and ANJC outreach efforts.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Job Specifications:

• Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information and respond effectively and sensitively to questions from staff.
• Good interpersonal and public contact skills; ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff; exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others.
• Good organizational skills; ability to think strategically, problem solve and exercise good judgment.
• Work independently as well as on a team and with minimal supervision.
• Work well under pressure and prioritize workload.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Reflect a high degree of sensitivity regarding confidential information.

Minimum Core Competencies : CITC Values, Respectful Leadership, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving/Critical Thinking, Communication Skills

Minimum Requirements:

• Currently enrolled as a law student and completed the 2L year.
• Must be eligible and qualified Alaska Native/American Indian applicant as defined in P.L. 93-638 Indian Self-Determination Act.
• Continued employment will be contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory report from a state and federal background check.

NATIVE PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975 (PL 93-638) and as further guided by our Native Preference Policy 6.120, we maintain preference in all phases of employment for Alaska Native, American Indian (AN/AI), and Native Hawaiian people, including direct lineal descendants and foster or traditionally adopted children. Also included are non-Native head of household members for Native families, including foster or traditionally adopted Native children.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job. Management has sole discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Support Contract Managers in daily activities including negotiations, internal and external customer meetings, proposal development, and contractual issue resolution

+ Interface with various internal business functions including the Finance, Legal, Sales, Program Management, Engineering, and Integrated Supply Chain teams

+ Provide comprehensive contractual support with respect to non-disclosure agreements and other contractual agreements as applicable - drafting on Honeywell standard template, reviewing /redlining Customer template, working with internal business/external Customers, facilitating execution and upload with direct supervision /oversight

+ Identify and mitigate risks connected with non-standard conditions and customer directed changes in draft document

+ Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures applicable to contracting and contract management, including liaison with the Law Department and other functions for the review and approval of unusual terms

+ Draft and execute certifications necessary for U.S. government contracting

+ Provide support for process standardization and projects.

YOU MUST HAVE

+ Currently pursuing Juris Doctor or Masters Level Legal Degree and expect to be graduated in 2024.

+ Availability to work full-time Summer 2023, and a serious interest in converting to a full-time Contracts employee after graduation.

+ Due to certain U.S. Government Contracting restrictions, U.S. Citizenship required.

+ Microsoft Office literacy.

+ Exceptional communications skills (both oral and written).

+ Ability to prioritize work and coordinate multiple tasks within strict time constraints.

+ Local Housing, as this internship does not provide intern housing or relocation

WE VALUE

+ Some negotiation, mediation, contracting or transactional experience or courses preferred.

+ Currently pursuing Juris Doctor and expect to be graduated in 2024.

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.