Rule 9 Intern

Nature of Work

LEGAL DEPARTMENT: LEGAL INTERN CRIMINAL DIVISION

$30.00 per hour Seasonal Position

The City of Everett Legal Department is currently accepting applications for a legal intern for the summer and 2026-2027 law school year. This employment is temporary (for a second-year law student (2L) until graduation) and is a paid position. This position is not provided with City of Everett benefits.

NATURE OF WORK

Under the direction of the Lead City Prosecuting Attorney, the Legal Intern will perform a wide variety of legal duties. Typical duties include regularly appearing in court, preparing files for court appearances, researching and writing memoranda for attorneys, arguing motions. The Legal Intern, with appropriate supervision, will prepare and participate in jail calendars, and out-of-custody arraignment calendars. The Legal Intern will review files for probable cause. He or she will prepare for and participate in trials. The Legal Intern will have other courtroom and non-courtroom responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to engage in the limited practice of law as a Licensed Legal Intern, Admission and Practice Rule 9.
• Completion of second year of law school.
• Completion of a Rules of Evidence course.
• Engagement in moot court or trial advocacy preferred.
• Work independently after a training period.
• Successful completion of a background check, including fingerprinting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• During the summer months, this is potentially a full-time position. During the school year, the expectation is two-to-three days per week (69 total hours per month).

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Application materials may be accessed via http://www.everettwa.gov/careers. Completed applications must be submitted through the City’s online application system to be considered. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Position opens: February 6, 2026

Position closes: Open until filled

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