Our Summer 2026 intern recruitment is complete.  NCPLS will begin accepting applications for our Summer 2027 internship program in Fall 2026.

Internships

We are recruiting second-year law students on a rolling basis. We encourage first year law students to apply after the end of their first semester or grading period.

Internship overview:

NCPLS hosts law students of all class levels for summer internships. Interns have the opportunity to work directly with post-conviction and civil attorneys on a broad range of assignments.

Projects often include:

  • Legal research memos

  • Reviewing trial transcripts and discovery

  • Drafting court filings

  • Client and witness interviews

  • Observing court proceedings

  • Updating self-help resources

NCPLS typically recruits 3-6 law school interns for approximately 10-week summer program at our Raleigh, NC office. This opportunity is unpaid, but NCPLS will work with interns in completing any requirements they have for outside funding or externship credit.

How to Apply:

NCPLS participates in law school recruitment programs and career fairs at several North Carolina law schools. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through those programs where applicable. Applicants may also submit materials by e-mail to ncpls@ncpls.org.

Applications must include:

  • Cover letter

  • Resume

  • Legal writing sample of 5-10 pages