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State Bar of California · 10 hours ago

Summer Internship with Professional Competence

180 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, US

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$24/hr - $24/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

The State Bar of California is looking to recruit college or graduate students for a summer internship in their Office of Professional Competence. Interns will assist with research, program development, and data analysis while gaining exposure to the regulatory requirements of the legal profession.

GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegal

Responsibilities

Assist with various projects within the State Bar’s Division of Regulation, including the new Client Trust Account Protection Program (CTAPP)

Provide analytical, technical, and administrative support to the division

Perform data entry and research information for future use and analysis

Review internal division processes, evaluate program effectiveness, and develop recommendations for program improvement, including moving to a paperless system

Participate in team meetings and collaborate with others in the development of regulatory projects

Qualification

ResearchData analysisProgram developmentCloud-based automationInnovative thinkingInterest in public policyCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Currently enrolled in a 4-year college or university pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher

Prefer senior or graduate students

Strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail

Interest in public administration and policy

Commitment to the State Bar's values of clarity, excellence, respect, and a growth mindset

Clear, respectful, professional verbal and written communication

Interest in developing cloud-based automation and collaboration platforms

Innovative and creative thinker to develop new systems and applications

Interest in data, research, analysis, and reporting

Candidate must reside in CA and be able to report to the office at least once per week

Available to work full-time for 10 weeks from May/June 2026 through early/mid August 2026

In addition to completing the State Bar application, include a letter of interest providing information about why you are interested in the role, and highlighting the knowledge, skills and abilities that you bring to the role. The letter of interest should be limited to one page

Benefits

Access to professional development and wellness sessions.

Working directly with leadership within the State Bar.

Virtual Events with other interns.

Ability to network, gain experience, and contribute to work that protects all Californians.

Gain relevant experience through projects and assignments.

Company

State Bar of California

The State Bar of California’s mission is to protect the public and includes the primary functions of licensing, regulation and discipline of attorneys; the advancement of the ethical and competent practice of law; and support of efforts for greater access to, and inclusion in, the legal system.

Founded in 1927