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strategic communications intern summer 2026

Investment Company Institute

<div><div>We are seeking a creative and driven intern to support our strategic communications efforts. Over a two-month period from June-July, this internship will offer hands-on experience in crafting compelling messages, managing internal and external communications, and contributing to brand and reputation initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, digitally savvy, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.</div><div></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES</b></h1><div><ul><li>
Assist in developing and editing content for newsletters, news releases, and social media.</li><li>
Support internal communications.</li><li>
Help monitor media coverage and prepare daily news summaries or media reports.</li><li>
Contribute to the planning and execution of communication strategies for events, announcements, and campaigns.</li><li>
Conduct research to support messaging, audience targeting, and competitive analysis.</li><li>
Assist in tracking performance metrics.</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS</b></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements</b></h1><div><ul><li>
Strong oral and written communication skills, including spelling and grammar.</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.</li><li>
Discretion; ability to work with sensitive and confidential information.</li><li>
Detail-oriented with a passion for storytelling and strategic thinking.</li></ul></div><div></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Education &amp; Experience</b></h1><div><ul><li>
Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.</li></ul><p></p><div><br>
Based in Washington, DC, ICI is conveniently located next to McPherson Square Metro station. This opportunity is hybrid with a maximum of three days in the office per week. To learn more about ICI, visit www.ici.org.</div><div></div><div><br>
To be considered for the internship, please provide your &#65279;resume and transcript.</div><div></div><div><br>
ICI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in the workplace.</div></div></div><div></div>

Strategic Communications Intern Summer 2026

Center for Democracy & Technology

<div><p><b>Intern at DC&rsquo;s Top Tech Policy Think Tank this Summer!</b></p>
<p>
The Center for Democracy &amp; Technology (CDT) is now accepting applications for internships for the summer of 2026. We welcome applications from students currently enrolled in graduate and undergraduate programs with an interest in the internet and technology policy, human rights, civil rights, and civil liberties. The summer internship program is a 10-week opportunity for students to apply the principles they have learned in the classroom in real policy and non-profit environments.</p>
<p>
Summer interns work closely with CDT operations, development, and communications staff on an array of projects across our policy areas. Typical tasks for these roles include the following: editing CDT reports, drafting social media copy, staffing in person and online events and supporting strategic communications, researching development prospects, supporting grant applications, and otherwise supporting fundraising for a 50+ person organization. CDT works on a number of issues related to technology, including AI governance, consumer privacy, online expression, digital surveillance, civic technology, and elections &amp; democracy. When appropriate, summer interns are also able to join meetings with outside stakeholders.</p>
<p>
This listing describes the application process for two types of internships:</p>
<ul>
<li><p><b>Communications Internship</b></p>
</li>
<li><p><b>Development &amp; External Affairs Internship</b></p><b>
</b></li>
</ul><p>General Qualifications</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Ability to work independently when assigned projects.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Genuine curiosity and motivation to work at the intersection of technology, policy, civil rights, and civil liberties, with an imaginative approach to their work.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Undergraduate, MA, and any other degree candidates are encouraged to apply.</p>
</li>
</ul><p><b>Communications</b> candidates typically have:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Superb writing skills (and a deep personal commitment to grammatical pedantry)</p>
</li>
<li><p>A passion for exploring a wide range of new topics and sharing what they learn with others</p>
</li>
<li><p>A can-do attitude and a creative approach to problem solving</p>
</li>
<li><p>An interest in media, journalism and policy communication</p>
</li>
</ul><p><b>Development &amp; External Affairs</b> candidates typically have:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Interest in helping develop and execute strategies to engage external stakeholders&mdash;including tech company contacts, nonprofit and academic leaders, and philanthropic funders.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Desire to learn about nonprofit management and operations.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Readiness to jump into a team-first atmosphere and have some fun!</p>
</li>
</ul><p>Please apply below by submitting a <b>current resume</b> and a <b>cover letter</b> explaining your interest in interning at CDT and <b>answering the following prompt</b>. Please specify in your cover letter which of the internships you are interested in (see above.) If you have any questions, please contact internapps@cdt.org.</p>
<p>
Writing prompt</p>
<div>
<ul><li><p>Describe a time where you distilled a complex policy topic for different audiences and tell us about how you approached this?</p>
</li></ul>
</div><p>Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis beginning on November 1st, 2025. <b><i>Applications for this role will close on February 1, 2026</i></b>. In general, it takes 4-12 weeks to review applications after they are submitted and offers for internships are typically sent between March-May. Interviews will begin in January 2026.</p>
<p>
All internships are slated to begin right after Memorial Day and run for about 10 weeks. Interns who are not receiving funding from another source such as a school stipend or fellowship will receive a stipend of $7,500 over the course of the 10-week program.</p>
<p><b><i>
Due to the large number of applications we receive, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.</i></b></p></div>

2026 Development and Communications Summer Internship

NBCUniversal

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations &amp; Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.</p><p>
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.</p><p>
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
See yourself at NBCU! Be a part of our intern community, a group of curious and passionate trailblazers who we believe are the future of our industry.</p><p>
The NBCUniversal Internship Program allows students to unlock their potential by contributing to big projects in meaningful ways that matter. To thrive as an NBCU intern, you are ready to bring your passion for media, entertainment, and technology along with your desire to learn each day.</p><p>
In addition to all of our internships being paid, we will also offer the following for our Summer 2026 interns:</p><ul><li>
Paid company holidays for full-time interns.</li><li>
Robust networking, learning and development opportunities.</li><li>
Complimentary Peacock subscription during your internship.</li><li>
Free admission to Universal Parks to use during your internship.</li><li>
Access to mental health resources including counseling sessions.</li><li>
Financial assistance to offset expenses for transportation and housing may be available on a needs-based basis for eligible in-person interns. More details about eligibility for this assistance will be provided at the time of offer.</li></ul><p>
Summer 2026 Recruitment Timeline:</p><p><b>
November 10 &ndash; December 5: </b>Applications Open (may close early due to applicant volume)</p><p><b>
Mid November &ndash; Late December: </b>First round video interviews</p><p><b>
Mid &ndash; Late January: </b>Second round interviews</p><p><b>
Late January &ndash; February: </b>Selected candidates receive offers</p><p>
Summer 2026 Internship Program:</p><ul><li><b>
Applications Close:</b> December 5th at 11:59pm ET. <b>Pro Tip: Submit your application as soon as possible &ndash; applications could close earlier due to applicant volume!
</b></li><li><b>Program Dates:</b> June 1 &ndash; August 7, 2026</li><li><b>
Time Commitment:</b> 40 hours per week. Exact schedule to be determined based on business need.</li><li><b>
Format:</b> Opportunities listed will require an intern to work from Washington, DC.</li></ul><p>
To Apply:</p><ul><li>
Submit a one-page resume that outlines your work experience, accomplishments, and your graduation month and year.</li><li>
Submit a cover letter that highlights your passion for NBCUniversal, the locations (listed below) you are open to for internships, and your top areas of interest (opportunities listed below).</li><li>
Upload a transcript (unofficial transcripts are fine) that confirms your status as an actively enrolled student in a degree-granting program.</li></ul><p>
NBCUniversal's Corporate groups are uniquely positioned at the core of our organization. Employees within these groups use their area of expertise to support all businesses across the company, keeping the heart of each brand at the forefront. There are also business-specific opportunities available, which may be included in the description below.</p><p>
Areas of placement may include, but are not limited to:</p><ul><li><b>
Corporate Legal &ndash; Government Affairs (JD-level): </b>NBCUniversal&rsquo;s Government Affairs team focuses on regulatory, legislative, and public policy matters related to broadcasting/media/film/streaming issues, including broadcast licensing and media regulations, programming and advertising standards, accessibility, privacy, intellectual property, and content piracy. The Legal Government Affairs intern will support responsibilities including: preparing briefing memos, talking points, comment summaries, and other written materials; attending virtual and in-person hearings, conferences, and events; partnering with team members to determine the impact of federal actions on the organization; developing presentations and other written materials on findings; acting as an internal consultant to the government affairs team.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Qualifications</b><p><b><br>
Basic Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>
Must be actively enrolled in a degree-granting program at an accredited institution during the entire duration of the program. Spring 2026 graduates are not eligible for our Summer 2026 internship program.</li><li>
Current class standing of sophomore or above (30 credits).</li><li>
Must be presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must not require work visa sponsorship from NBCUniversal now or in the future to retain authorization to work in the United States.</li><li>
Must be available to work 40 hours per week from June 1 &ndash; August 7, 2026.</li><li>
Must be willing to work in Washington, DC.</li></ul><p>
For further clarification, candidates currently on any student or exchange visa (e.g. F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, J-1, M-1) are not eligible to apply unless they will be able to change or adjust to another status that grants work authorization without NBCUniversal sponsorship.</p><p>
NBCUniversal is an E-Verify company, requiring all employees to have an active Social Security number. Any candidate receiving an internship offer must complete I-9 form with Social Security number within 3 days of hire.</p><p><b>
Desired Characteristics:</b></p><ul><li>
Must be a current J.D. candidate in good standing.</li><li>
Current class standing of 2L or above preferred.</li><li>
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.</li><li>
Coursework or experience in administrative and copyright law a plus.</li><li>
Interest in the broadcast, digital media, and telecommunications industries.</li></ul><p>
The hourly rate for JD student interns is $25.00.</p><b><br>
Additional Information</b><p><br>
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</p><p>
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.</p><p>
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU intern, your internship and the responsibilities associated with it may transition to Versant in the future. You will be joining at an exciting and pivotal time for the business as it evolves.</p></div>

Legal Internships – Summer 2026

Kelley Drye

<div><div>Kelley Drye &amp; Warren&rsquo;s DC office is looking for first year law students to join the 2026 summer program. The summer program in Washington, DC is designed to give law students insight into life at Kelley Drye as a junior associate. There is no better way to discover what makes our firm unique than to be a part of the action. After a summer with us, we are confident that you will appreciate the results we achieve for our clients, the depth of our professionalism, and the down-to-earth atmosphere that we enjoy at Kelley Drye.</div><div>
Kelley Drye&rsquo;s DC office serves clients in a broad range of industries, from regulations and technology to manufacturing and marketing. The centerpiece of the DC program is the personalized rotation schedule, which allows you the opportunity to work closely with attorneys in different practice areas and contribute to their client matters. During the summer, associates rotate through up to three of the following practice groups: Advertising &amp; Privacy, Communications, Environmental &amp; Energy, Government Contracts, Government Relations &amp; Public Policy, International Trade &amp; Customs, Litigation, and Real Estate. The program is structured to provide a glimpse into three designated practice groups, while also allowing the flexibility to sample assignments from other areas of law as well.</div><div>
The summer experience at Kelley Drye is not just limited to the office. Summer associates are encouraged to take advantage of all the interesting and exciting opportunities that a DC practice has to offer, such as attending hearings on the Hill, observing our Trade partners argue in front of the International Trade Commission, or watching an Advertising attorney at an FTC hearing.</div><div>
The 2026 program will take place in our new DC office at The Wharf &mdash; a buzzing, waterfront neighborhood. Whether you&rsquo;ve lived in DC your whole life, or this is your first summer here, we are confident that firm traditions will allow you to get to know your coworkers off the clock while taking in the best parts of DC life.</div><div>
For more information on Kelley Drye, please visit www.kelleydrye.com. If you are interested in applying for the 1L summer associate position, please submit your cover letter, resume, undergraduate transcript, and 1st semester law school transcript once available.</div><div>
Apply here</div></div>

2026 1L Summer Associate

<div><p><b>Intern at DC&rsquo;s Top Tech Policy Think Tank this Summer!</b></p>
<p>
The Center for Democracy &amp; Technology (CDT) is now accepting applications for internships for the summer of 2026. We welcome applications from students currently enrolled in law, graduate and PhD programs with an interest in the internet and technology policy, human rights, civil rights, and civil liberties. The summer internship program is a 10-week opportunity for students to apply the principles they have learned in the classroom in real policy environments.</p>
<p>
Summer interns work closely with CDT policy experts, researchers, technologists and attorneys on an array of civil rights, civil liberties and international human rights issues related to technology and the internet, including AI governance, competition, consumer privacy, online expression, digital surveillance, equity in technology, and elections &amp; democracy. When appropriate, summer interns are also able to join meetings with outside stakeholders.</p>
<p>
This listing describes the application process for our <b>Legal, Policy, Research, or Technologist Internships</b> (working closely with at least one of several CDT teams, including AI Governance Lab, Elections &amp; Democracy, Civic Technology, Free Expression, Privacy &amp; Data, Security &amp; Surveillance, State Policy Engagement and Research).</p>
<p>
Depending on an applicant&rsquo;s skills, expertise, and background, the tasks and projects performed over the course of the internship could include qualitative and quantitative research, legal research and analysis, and research and writing about technical and policy issues. In general, interns in PhD programs are placed in policy or research-focused roles, law students are placed in legal or policy-focused roles, technologists are placed in technical and policy roles, and policy students are placed on policy teams.</p>
<p>
Successful candidates typically have:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Experience in the use of legal and/or academic research tools.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Excellent writing skills for communicating with technical, policy, and lay audiences.</p>
</li>
<li>Ability to work independently when assigned projects.</li>
<li>
<p>Genuine curiosity and motivation to work at the intersection of technology, policy, civil rights, and civil liberties, with an imaginative approach to their work.</p>
</li>
<li><p>An understanding of technology, policy, and law and also how those may have a disparate impact on individuals and communities based on race, gender, disability, income, immigration status, or other circumstances or characteristics.</p>
</li>
<li><p>JD, MA or MPP, and PhD candidates only.</p>
</li>
</ul><p>Please apply below by submitting a <b>current resume</b> and a <b>cover letter</b> explaining your interest in interning at CDT and <b>answering one of the following prompts</b>. If you have any questions, please contact internapps@cdt.org.</p>
<p>
Writing prompts</p>
<p><b>
Legal, Policy, Research, or Technologist Internships:</b></p>
<p>
Choose one of the following prompts and answer it in your cover letter.</p>
<div>
<ul><li><p>What is one technology policy problem you would be interested in working on during your time at CDT and why do you think it is important?</p>
</li></ul>
<ul><li><p>Describe a time where you advocated for or supported a specific technology policy or issue. What motivated you to get involved, and what impact did your efforts have, if any? Please note that advocacy can take many forms, including writing a column, working on a school project, or collaborating with colleagues to raise awareness about an issue.</p>
</li></ul>
</div><p>Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis beginning on November 1st, 2025. <b><i>Applications for this role will close on February 1, 2026</i></b>. In general, it takes 4-12 weeks to review applications after they are submitted and offers for internships are typically sent between March-May. Interviews will begin in January 2026.</p>
<p>
All internships are slated to begin right after Memorial Day and run for about 10 weeks. Interns who are not receiving funding from another source such as a school stipend or fellowship will receive a stipend of $7,500 over the course of the 10-week program.</p>
<p><b><i>
Due to the large number of applications we receive, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.</i></b></p></div>

2026 Policy and Research Summer Internship

Brennan Center for Justice

<div><p>The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center&rsquo;s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving Constitutional protections in the fight against terrorism. Part think tank, part advocacy group, part cutting edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them &ndash; in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion.<br>
<br>
The Brennan Center&rsquo;s Liberty and National Security (LNS) Program fights to preserve constitutional values in the post-9/11 world. The LNS Program focuses on reining in the abuse of emergency powers by the executive branch and preventing excessive government secrecy. We work to protect fundamental freedoms while keeping Americans safe. That means protecting citizens&rsquo; privacy, updating privacy laws to account for new technologies, working to ensure that counterterrorism authorities are narrowly targeted to the terrorist threat, and securing adequate oversight and accountability mechanisms.</p><p><b><br>
Note: </b><i>This internship is in-person at our Washington D.C. office.</i></p><p><br>
We seek law students to work alongside staff in our Washington DC office on the Brennan Center&rsquo;s policy advocacy, research, and litigation initiatives. Activities may include legal and policy analysis; legislative drafting at federal, state, and local levels; administrative and legislative advocacy; public education and scholarship; and litigation in trial and appellate courts. The Brennan Center&rsquo;s interns are integral to all aspects of our work, including programmatic and strategic planning. We strive to offer a fun and intellectually challenging legal intern experience that supports and supplements the vital advocacy offered by the Brennan Center.<br>
<br>
Interns may assist with a variety of activities, including conducting legal research and writing for amicus briefs, policy reports, and other advocacy documents; drafting communications to legislators; assisting with writing comments to federal agencies; attending coalition meetings; drafting posts for the Brennan Center blog; and more.<br>
<br>
<b>Qualifications:
</b><br>
Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills; initiative, imagination, and versatility; and a passion for our issues.<br>
<br>
We are committed to considering a wide range of candidates, including those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.<br>
<br>
If you're uncertain about meeting 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. Therefore, please consider submitting your application. In your cover letter, please share your interest in the position and what you hope to contribute to the role.</p><p><b><br>
This internship is only open to law students in Summer 2026.</b></p><p><b><br>
Hours: </b>Monday &ndash; Friday (9:00am &ndash; 5:00pm EST)<br>
<br>
<b>Pay: </b>Stipends are available for students who are unable to secure funding from their law school or elsewhere. Stipend amounts vary based on class year and how much funding, if any, an applicant has secured from other sources. If offered a position, students must request and complete an application for the stipend.<br>
<br>
<b>Duration: </b>June &ndash; August 2026 (10 weeks)<br>
<br>
<b>Application Deadline: </b>January 2, 2026<br>
<br>
<b>Note: </b>The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. Therefore, if a school doesn&rsquo;t allow you to do a paid internship for some reason (i.e., receiving credit, etc.), then your internship will not be paid. In addition, if you are participating in a formal school internship program that allows you to work more than our stated hours, we will make a determination based on our needs and further assessment of your school&rsquo;s program.<br>
<br>
The following materials are required to apply for our internship:</p><ul><li><p>
a cover letter explaining why you are interested in Liberty &amp; National Security (DC) policy issues;</p></li><li><p>
a current law school transcript;</p></li><li><p>
a legal writing sample;</p></li><li><p>
a current resume; and</p></li><li><p>
contact information for three supervisor references</p></li></ul><p><b>
Please Note: </b>there may be an exercise or further materials requested if selected for an interview<br>
<br>
<b>To Apply:</b><br>
Please visit <b>&gt;&gt;LINK HERE&lt;&lt;</b> and upload all of the required materials (see above). <b>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested students to apply early, as the positions will be filled once qualified candidates are found. </b><i>No phone calls, please.</i><br>
<br>
If you have difficulty with the online system, you may send your application by e-mail to: brennancenterjobs@nyu.edu with &ldquo;LNS DC Legal Summer Internship&rdquo; in the subject line, after registering in the online system. <b>Applying through our website is strongly preferred.</b><br>
<br>
<b>Note: </b><i>The Brennan Center is committed to public health and to the safety and wellbeing of our colleagues and visitors. As such, we have adopted a policy requiring all employees working in the New York and Washington, DC offices to be vaccinated against COVID-19, or to meet the legal guidelines for an exemption.</i></p><p><i>
The Brennan Center for Justice is committed to a workplace based on equal opportunity and a strong belief in the increased effectiveness that comes from a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity, socioeconomic identity, sexual orientation, national origin, previous incarceration, disability, military veteran/status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. To this end, we welcome all qualified applicants to apply.
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Summer 2026 Liberty and National Security Legal Internship

King County, WA

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><br>
<p></p><div><br>
<p><b>Legal Extern Program Criminal Division</b> <b>- Summer 2026</b></p><p><br>
This is a 10-week program for law students during the summer between their first and second years of law school. The externship program is designed to give students a meaningful experience and exposure to public service law practice in our office. It is an excellent way to become acquainted with the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, pursue an interest in criminal law, and to determine whether this practice area is a future career path for the externs. These positions are unpaid, but many law schools offer credit for externship programs.<br>
<br>
<b>About the King County Prosecuting Attorney&rsquo;s Office</b><br>
Guided by our core values of Integrity, Compassion, Professionalism and Leadership, our mission is to do Justice:</p><ul><li>
We exercise the power given to us by the people with fairness and humility.</li><li>
We serve our diverse community, support victims and families, and hold individuals accountable.</li><li>
We develop innovative and collaborative solutions for King County and the State of Washington.</li></ul><p><i>
We value diversity and strive to hire a workforce that reflects the community that we serve. It is essential to our mission that we create and maintain an office that is diverse and inclusive. All PAO employees are expected to participate in PAO equity work and attend equity trainings and discussions. PAO employees are expected to comply with equity and social justice principles, and to work with PAO colleagues and management to identify opportunities for improvement.</i><br>
<br>
 Our office is comprised of six divisions that are further organized into specialized units:</p><p></p><p><br>
To learn more about the Prosecuting Attorney&rsquo;s Office (PAO), please visit our website.</p></div><br>
<p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Duties</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>Externs with our criminal divisions will be assigned to one or more deputies in a specialized unit in one of the following divisions: Economic Crimes &amp; Wage Theft Division, Gender-Based Violence &amp; Prevention Division, Juvenile Division, Mainstream Criminal Division.<br>
<br>
<b>Duties in the Economic Crimes &amp; Wage Theft Division, Gender-Based Violence &amp; Prevention Division, and Mainstream Criminal Division </b><b>may include:</b></p><ul><li>
Legal research and writing.</li><li>
General preparation and support prior to and during trial.</li><li>
Weekly presentations by extern leaders, tours of partner facilities and trainings, and court observation</li></ul><p><b>
Duties in the Juvenile Division may include:</b></p><ul><li>
Assisting in the review of cases for charging consideration.</li><li>
Trial preparation and legal research and writing.</li><li>
Collaborate in case staffing, where the extern will discuss the progress of cases with attorneys, victim advocates, and other members of the team.</li><li>
This extern will have the opportunity to learn about restorative justice principles and practices and how they can be applied to juvenile delinquency response.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Must be a current 1L, who will be between their first and second years of law school during summer 2026.</li><li>
Candidates must have a genuine interest in criminal, juvenile law and procedure.</li><li>
Basic legal and writing skills.</li><li>
Willingness to work under frequent deadlines in the fast-paced environment of criminal litigation.</li><li>
Must submit to a criminal history check.</li><li>
The ability to consistently maintain a high standard of professionalism in interactions and conduct within a law office and courtroom setting.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Work Locations</b>:</p><ul><li><b>
Economic Crimes &amp; Wage Theft, Gender-Based Violence &amp; Prevention, Mainstream Criminal</b> - King County Courthouse in Seattle or Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent.</li><li><b>
Juvenile Division </b>- Clark Children &amp; Family Justice Center in Seattle.</li></ul><p><b>
Work Schedule: </b>Full time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a minimum of ten weeks.*</p><p>
These positions are primarily in-person with some ability to telecommute each week as business needs allow, subject to a telecommuting agreement. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.<br>
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<b>Wages: </b>Many law schools offer credit and some offer fellowships or grants. Our office also offers an $85/week travel stipend.<br>
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<b>Application Process: </b>Interested candidates should apply through this recruitment and include:<br>
 1. Cover letter<br>
 2. Resume, and<br>
 3. Writing sample 5-10 pages in length</p><p><i>
Applications or supplemental questionnaires that state &quot;see my resume&quot; or that are blank are considered incomplete and will not be competitive.</i></p><p><b>
Timeline:</b><br>
Applications due: <b>February 18, 2026, at 12:00 noon.</b></p>
Interviews by our extern selection committee will take place <b>March 5th and March 6th</b> for competitive applicants.<br>
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<b>Consideration for Future Employment: </b>Summer externs applying for our 2L summer intern program will be evaluated carefully by their supervising attorney. There is no guarantee that an externship will lead to a Rule 9 Intern position or a future position with our office.<ul><li><br>
If you are enrolled in Seattle University School of Law's evening program and are interested in an Extern position, but unable to work full-time, please contact Amanda Kossman for other options.
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<b>Reasonable Accommodation:</b><br>
Persons with disabilities may request special accommodations from the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office in order to participate in a selection process or to perform work once hired. Requests for accommodations should be made as soon as possible. This may be done by a written letter or an appropriate alternative format to our offices, or phone 206-477-1204.</div></div></div><p></p>

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