Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and The Cumberlands
Posted on:
Apr 18,2025
Job Profile:
Legal Internship Opportunities at #***#: Gain Hands-on Experience and Make a Difference in Your Community
Organization: #***#
Job Title: Legal Intern
Experience: Law students enrolled in accredited law schools
Salary: Paid and unpaid internships available
Introduction:
The #***# (LASMTC) is a private, non-profit organization that provides free legal services to individuals with low income. Our mission is to advance, defend, and enforce the legal rights of low-income and vulnerable people in order to secure the basic necessities of life. With 8 offices serving 48 Tennessee counties, we focus on 5 main areas of law practice: Family/Immigration, Health & Benefits, Consumer/Tax, Housing/Home Retention, and Employment.
Internship Opportunities:
LASMTC is currently inviting law students enrolled in accredited law schools to apply for our legal internship opportunities. We offer internships during the spring, summer, and fall terms. These internships provide valuable and hands-on experiences in our organization's daily operations, working alongside our attorneys and staff. We welcome fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and genuine enthusiasm for non-profit endeavors.
Paid Internships:
At LASMTC, we understand the impact of unpaid internships on racial and economic disparities within our communities. To address this issue, we have established a paid internship program for law students interested in pursuing a career in public interest law. Our paid internships aim to attract a diverse pool of talented and motivated law students who share our organization's mission.
Unpaid Internships:
We also offer unpaid internships for students who are interested in gaining experience and/or academic credit. These interns work on a volunteer basis.
Qualifications:
To be considered for an internship at LASMTC, applicants must meet the following qualifications:
- Enrolled in an accredited law program
- Strong dedication to public interest law, demonstrated through relevant experience and coursework
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
- Knowledge of foreign languages is a plus, but not mandatory
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for an internship at LASMTC, please complete our internship application by clicking the "APPLY" button below. If you have any questions, please email internships@las.org.
Your application should include the following:
- Cover letter
- Resume and/or university transcript (unofficial copies are accepted)
- Three professional references with email and phone numbers
Please indicate in the first paragraph of your cover letter the office(s) and semester(s) you would like to apply for. You may apply for multiple offices in one submission.
Internship Deadlines:
- Summer: March 1st
- Fall: July 1st
- Spring: November 1st
Available Locations:
Nashville, Clarksville, Columbia, Cookeville, Gallatin, Murfreesboro, Oak Ridge, Tullahoma
Join Our Team and Make a Difference:
By joining our team as a legal intern, you will not only gain valuable hands-on experience but also make a difference in your community. At LASMTC, we are dedicated to providing high-quality legal services to those in need, and we welcome individuals who share our passion for public interest law. Apply today and be a part of our mission to secure the basic necessities of life for low-income and vulnerable individuals.
