Internships

If you are interested in any of the opportunities listed below, please contact us at info@tnjustice.org. Include a cover letter, resume, and short (3-5 page) writing sample.

To learn more about TJC’s past interns and volunteers, check out our TJC Heroes.

Law Students – Summer Intern

TJC is looking for energetic, enthusiastic law students who are committed to public service and who want to spend Summer 2011 in a fast-paced litigation environment. Candidates should be motivated by a commitment to “equal justice for all,” understanding that getting there entails its fair share of tedious, yet vitally important, work. Summer 2011 law clerks will have the opportunity to work with individual clients, perform document review, and otherwise assist in class action litigation. While we do not have the resources to pay summer law clerks, we are happy to work with them to obtain funding or credit through their school. We are looking for law clerks who can commit to spending the entire summer with TJC.

Summer Intern (general)

Are you committed to helping families obtain needed health care? Consider interning with TJC this summer. Duties may include review of electronic documentary evidence, internet research projects with a legal or public policy focus, outreach to potential clients, and administrative work. This position is unpaid.

The successful candidate will be a “self starter,” with little need for supervision, interested in experiencing non-profit legal/ advocacy work from the inside. Ideally, the candidate would be motivated by a commitment to “equal justice for all,” understanding that getting there entails its fair share of tedious, yet vitally important, work. Website skills are highly prized. The opportunity to observe court proceedings is likely but not guaranteed. What is guaranteed is the opportunity to work alongside nationally-recognized non-profit attorneys and a dedicated staff to help bring about positive change for low-income Tennesseans.

Year-round opportunities

TJC hosts interns, both with and without legal training, throughout the year. Please contact us at info@tnjustice.org for more information.