Montgomery County, PA · 3 months ago
Public Defender Summer Legal INTERN
Norristown, PA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerMontgomery County Public Defender’s Office is offering a Summer 2026 Legal Internship Program for law students interested in public service and criminal defense. Interns will gain hands-on experience by working closely with attorneys and contributing to the representation of individuals facing criminal charges, including opportunities to assist in child advocacy cases.
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Responsibilities
Interns will participate in an in-depth training program to learn about the criminal justice process, how to interview clients, and how to handle preliminary hearings and motions hearings
Interns will be involved in real casework, from client interviews to legal research, motion drafting, court observations, in-court litigation offering a front-row seat to the workings of the criminal justice process
Interns who are eligible to serve as certified legal interns will conduct preliminary hearings, preliminary arraignments, motions hearings, and handle guilty pleas under the tutelage of experienced lawyers
Work directly with experienced public defenders, receiving feedback and guidance designed to sharpen your legal skills and broaden your professional development
From felony trials to juvenile advocacy, you’ll observe and assist in meaningful legal work that impacts our community
Our interns will visit and tour correctional facilities, juvenile placements, and the state hospital to learn more about the innerworkings of these facilities and their intersection with the work of the Public Defender
Qualification
Required
Commitment: Interns are expected to devote 40 hours per week over a 10-week period, starting June 1, 2026
Must have completed at least two semesters of law school from an ABA accredited law school
Preferred
While this is an unpaid internship, we will assist students in obtaining academic credit or exploring work-study options through their law schools or external funding sources
Benefits
Academic Credit
Company
Montgomery County, PA
Montgomery County is the third largest county in Pennsylvania.
Founded in 1964
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lee A. Soltysiak
Chief Operating Officer
Tom Bonner
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
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