How to Apply For All Internships
Please submit your application, resume, and cover letter expressing your interest in the position to cbeckerley@lsja.org with the position title and city in the subject line by 12/15/2021.
ex: (Spring 2022 Emerging Adult Justice Intern / Austin)
ex: (Spring 2022 Emerging Adult Justice Intern / Austin)
Undergraduate & Graduate Positions
Administrative Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA is seeking an Administrative intern for our Austin and Dallas offices. Duties and responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure efficient office operations. Supports the legal assistant and other staff as needed. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Duties:
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA is seeking an Administrative intern for our Austin and Dallas offices. Duties and responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure efficient office operations. Supports the legal assistant and other staff as needed. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Duties:
- Demonstrate a high level of confidentiality;
- Greets program participants and visitors in a polite and respectful way;
- Answers calls professionally and redirect when necessary. Support communication with participants by distributing messages obtained through reception phones;
- Maintain electronic and hard copy filing system;
- Routine inventory of office supplies;
- Operation of standard office equipment;
- Other duties as assigned.
- Positive minded and motivated;
- Organized with a high attention to detail;
- Must be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel);
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission.
Fall 2021 Information Systems & Technical Support Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA is seeking an Information Systems & Technical Support Intern to assist in various tasks across our multiple program areas (approximately 10-15 hours/week). This intern will work with LSJA staff providing support in maintaining our digital footprint while providing technical support to program staff and other duties assigned. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Duties:
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA is seeking an Information Systems & Technical Support Intern to assist in various tasks across our multiple program areas (approximately 10-15 hours/week). This intern will work with LSJA staff providing support in maintaining our digital footprint while providing technical support to program staff and other duties assigned. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Duties:
- Assist in troubleshooting technology issues;
- Monitor systems backup;
- Assist with upgrading network equipment and systems ;
- Assist in the organization and maintenance or IT resources;
- Provide technical support to program staff and program participants;
- Other duties as assigned.
- Experience supporting multiple, simultaneous engagements/teams;
- Must be computer literate (working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, Excel);
- Self-starter, good time management, creative with ability to communicate in a professional manner;
- Ability to work well independently as well as within a team;
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission.
- Familiarity with iOS system
Fall 2021 Communications & Marketing Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA is seeking a dynamic, self-starter to assist in marketing and communications efforts (approximately 10-15 hours/week). This internship is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of marketing while working in a casual work environment. The communications intern will work with staff and volunteers on digital, promotional, and event media. The intern will help develop communication initiatives, website, and social media content, and assist in the creation of LSJA materials. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Duties:
Qualifications:
Non-essential but highly desirable
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA is seeking a dynamic, self-starter to assist in marketing and communications efforts (approximately 10-15 hours/week). This internship is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of marketing while working in a casual work environment. The communications intern will work with staff and volunteers on digital, promotional, and event media. The intern will help develop communication initiatives, website, and social media content, and assist in the creation of LSJA materials. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Duties:
- Assist with development of creative concepts and marketing strategies for promoting LSJA’s program areas;
- Assist in planning, writing, and managing electronic newsletters, websites, and social media;
- Help create and implement an annual communications calendar;
- Foster relationships with local media and help draft press releases and event marketing;
- Manage photo and video content;
- Collaborate with staff on new ideas, directions, and tools for marketing and communications;
- Other duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- Firm grasp of social media tools and platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Hootsuite, Weebly, etc;
- Excellent writing skills;
- Experience in website design, construction, and management;
- Proactive in monitoring social media accounts and engaging in outreach;
- Self-starter, good time management, creative with ability to communicate in a professional manner;
- Ability to work well independently as well as within a team;
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission.
Non-essential but highly desirable
- Knowledge of HTML, website content management and graphic design.
Fall 2021 Emerging Adult Justice Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
The Emerging Adult Justice intern will be part-time in the LSJA office (approximately 10-15 hours/week). Current students are encouraged to apply. Fellow's responsibilities may include researching different justice-related policies or proposed policies that impact LSJA’s current or future projects, including the launch of an innovative alternative to incarceration program for emerging adults. Fellows will also have the opportunity to attend local briefings and hearings. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Duties:
- Local, state, and federal research into justice-related policies;
- Qualitative and quantitative data collection, entry, and analysis;
- Additional duties include: preparing literature reviews, drafting blog entries for LSJA’s website, and assisting with specific research requests;
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated interest in criminal and juvenile justice issues;
- Strong organization and communication skills;
- Ability to handle a dynamic and demanding startup nonprofit workload;
- Excellent writing skills;
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission.
Fall 2021 Research and Policy Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
The Research and Policy Intern will intern part-time in the LSJA office (approximately 10-15 hours/week). Intern responsibilities may include researching different justice-related policies (local, state, federal) or proposed policies (reform bills) that could impact LSJA’s current or future projects, and assisting with various research-related tasks. These tasks may include quantitative and/or qualitative data collection, data entry, and/or analysis, preparing literature reviews, drafting blog entries for LSJA’s website, and assisting with specific state-level policy requests. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend local and state briefings and hearings. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Qualifications:
Austin/Dallas/Remote
The Research and Policy Intern will intern part-time in the LSJA office (approximately 10-15 hours/week). Intern responsibilities may include researching different justice-related policies (local, state, federal) or proposed policies (reform bills) that could impact LSJA’s current or future projects, and assisting with various research-related tasks. These tasks may include quantitative and/or qualitative data collection, data entry, and/or analysis, preparing literature reviews, drafting blog entries for LSJA’s website, and assisting with specific state-level policy requests. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend local and state briefings and hearings. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Qualifications:
- Excellent analytical and research skills;
- Understanding of criminal and juvenile justice policy;
- Experience with large data set analysis, entry, and collection;
- Understanding of quantitative methodologies;
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission.
Fall 2021 Survivors' Project Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA seeks interns to work on an emerging project to seek clemency for victims of sex trafficking and intimate partner violence (approximately 10-15 hours/week). This project will capitalize on a new clemency application established by Governor Abbott as a result of LSJA’s advocacy. The project entails identifying potential applicants and pro bono partners to submit a high volume of meritorious applications, as well as follow-up data collection and reporting to raise awareness about underlying issues. Interns will assist in all aspects of the project, from correspondence and review of records for potential applicants, to communication with pro bono organizations and practitioners, to preparation and review of application materials, to data collection/review and drafting of report sections. This is an exciting and rare opportunity to be part of a new initiative that stands to bring hope and redemption to a large number of people. Current law students may apply. The position is unpaid, but future employment is a possibility. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Duties:
Qualifications:
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA seeks interns to work on an emerging project to seek clemency for victims of sex trafficking and intimate partner violence (approximately 10-15 hours/week). This project will capitalize on a new clemency application established by Governor Abbott as a result of LSJA’s advocacy. The project entails identifying potential applicants and pro bono partners to submit a high volume of meritorious applications, as well as follow-up data collection and reporting to raise awareness about underlying issues. Interns will assist in all aspects of the project, from correspondence and review of records for potential applicants, to communication with pro bono organizations and practitioners, to preparation and review of application materials, to data collection/review and drafting of report sections. This is an exciting and rare opportunity to be part of a new initiative that stands to bring hope and redemption to a large number of people. Current law students may apply. The position is unpaid, but future employment is a possibility. This is an unpaid position with the potential of future employment.
Duties:
- Drafting and review of correspondence materials;
- Record collection and review;
- Participation in strategic conferences with partners;
- Communication with coalition and pro bono partners;
- Data collection/review;
- Possible report drafting;
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated commitment to public interest work;
- Background in issues pertaining to sex trafficking, domestic violence, or other forms of trauma a plus;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Strong organizational and communication skills;
- Ability to coordinate multiple aspects of a complex project involving many and varied personnel;
- Ability to review and compile data/familiarity with statistical analysis;
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission.
Fall 2021 Public Policy Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA is currently accepting applications for a remote legislative internship program during the upcoming 88th Texas Legislative Session. The LSJA Internship Program offers an unparalleled opportunity for college students, graduate students, and recent graduates to learn more about public affairs, governmental affairs, and non-profit communications campaigns through day-to-day responsibilities and experiences not found in other programs. Our intern program plays a critical role in both client work and internal projects, often involving research and writing components. Candidates must have a strong work ethic, an interest in Texas politics, and a willingness to accept responsibility and contribute immediately to LSJA's mission, values, and goals. Applicants should be motivated, fast learners with demonstrated writing, research, and organizational skills. A keen interest in government, politics, or corporate strategy is preferred. Potential candidates must also have Internet access, familiarity with web conferencing platforms, and the ability to work remotely for a minimum of 15 hours a week for the duration of the 88th Texas Legislative session.
Duties:
• conducting policy research
• monitoring legislative committee hearings
• assisting with client meetings and communications
• performing various administrative tasks and other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• Demonstrated commitment to public interest work;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Strong organizational and communication skills
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA is currently accepting applications for a remote legislative internship program during the upcoming 88th Texas Legislative Session. The LSJA Internship Program offers an unparalleled opportunity for college students, graduate students, and recent graduates to learn more about public affairs, governmental affairs, and non-profit communications campaigns through day-to-day responsibilities and experiences not found in other programs. Our intern program plays a critical role in both client work and internal projects, often involving research and writing components. Candidates must have a strong work ethic, an interest in Texas politics, and a willingness to accept responsibility and contribute immediately to LSJA's mission, values, and goals. Applicants should be motivated, fast learners with demonstrated writing, research, and organizational skills. A keen interest in government, politics, or corporate strategy is preferred. Potential candidates must also have Internet access, familiarity with web conferencing platforms, and the ability to work remotely for a minimum of 15 hours a week for the duration of the 88th Texas Legislative session.
Duties:
• conducting policy research
• monitoring legislative committee hearings
• assisting with client meetings and communications
• performing various administrative tasks and other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• Demonstrated commitment to public interest work;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Strong organizational and communication skills
Law Students
Fall 2021 Juvenile Sentencing Law Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA represents a number of individuals currently serving life or other extreme sentences for offenses that occurred during their youth. We are presently seeking fellows (15 hrs/week) to assist with factual and record investigation in these matters. Fellow responsibilities are likely to include record collection and review, interviewing of the client’s social network, correspondence with the client, drafting of memorandum and declarations, and potentially correspondence and collaboration with expert witnesses. Interns will be involved in strategic decision-making concerning the framing of litigation and will have access and input regarding any court filings and proceedings. The position is unpaid but there is a possibility of future employment.
Duties:
Qualifications:
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA represents a number of individuals currently serving life or other extreme sentences for offenses that occurred during their youth. We are presently seeking fellows (15 hrs/week) to assist with factual and record investigation in these matters. Fellow responsibilities are likely to include record collection and review, interviewing of the client’s social network, correspondence with the client, drafting of memorandum and declarations, and potentially correspondence and collaboration with expert witnesses. Interns will be involved in strategic decision-making concerning the framing of litigation and will have access and input regarding any court filings and proceedings. The position is unpaid but there is a possibility of future employment.
Duties:
- Client record collection (juvenile, child protective services, school, criminal, other) and review;
- Client and fact witness interviewing and memo writing;
- Regular client correspondence;
- Participation in strategic case discussions and decision-making;
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice;
- Strong organizational skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills (experience interviewing a plus);
- Excellent writing and communication skills;
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission.
Fall 2021 Survivors' Project Law Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA seeks fellows to work on an emerging project to seek clemency for victims of sex trafficking and intimate partner violence (approximately 10-15 hours/week). This project will capitalize on a new clemency application established by Governor Abbott as a result of LSJA’s advocacy. The project entails identifying potential applicants and pro bono partners to submit a high volume of meritorious applications, as well as follow-up data collection and reporting to raise awareness about underlying issues. Fellows will assist in all aspects of the project, from correspondence and review of records for potential applicants, to communication with pro bono organizations and practitioners, to preparation and review of application materials, to data collection/review and drafting of report sections. This is an exciting and rare opportunity to be part of a new initiative that stands to bring hope and redemption to a large number of people. Current law students may apply. The position is unpaid, but future employment is a possibility.
Duties:
Qualifications:
Austin/Dallas/Remote
LSJA seeks fellows to work on an emerging project to seek clemency for victims of sex trafficking and intimate partner violence (approximately 10-15 hours/week). This project will capitalize on a new clemency application established by Governor Abbott as a result of LSJA’s advocacy. The project entails identifying potential applicants and pro bono partners to submit a high volume of meritorious applications, as well as follow-up data collection and reporting to raise awareness about underlying issues. Fellows will assist in all aspects of the project, from correspondence and review of records for potential applicants, to communication with pro bono organizations and practitioners, to preparation and review of application materials, to data collection/review and drafting of report sections. This is an exciting and rare opportunity to be part of a new initiative that stands to bring hope and redemption to a large number of people. Current law students may apply. The position is unpaid, but future employment is a possibility.
Duties:
- Drafting and review of correspondence materials;
- Record collection and review;
- Participation in strategic conferences with partners;
- Communication with coalition and pro bono partners;
- Data collection/review;
- Possible report drafting
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated commitment to public interest work;
- Background in issues pertaining to sex trafficking, domestic violence, or other forms of trauma a plus;
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Strong organizational and communication skills;
- Ability to coordinate multiple aspects of a complex project involving many and varied personnel;
- Ability to review and compile data/familiarity with statistical analysis
Fall 2021 Training and Technical Assistance Law Intern
Austin/Dallas/Remote
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs moderate to advanced level work as a legal training and technical assistance intern. This position supports continuing legal education training initiatives for defense attorneys representing juveniles and emerging adults. Work involves conducting research on case law and current justice system issues and preparing written legal professional resource materials across platforms in support of the mission and programmatic work of the Lone Star Justice Alliance. This intern works closely with the Director of Training and Technical Assistance.
Duties:
Qualifications:
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice;
• Accurate, organized, and detail-oriented;
• Strong interpersonal skills (experience interviewing a plus);
• Excellent legal research skills;
• Excellent writing and communication skills;
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission.
Preferred:
The applicant should be a 2L or 3L law student with communication, law journal, or other publications experience preferred.
Austin/Dallas/Remote
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs moderate to advanced level work as a legal training and technical assistance intern. This position supports continuing legal education training initiatives for defense attorneys representing juveniles and emerging adults. Work involves conducting research on case law and current justice system issues and preparing written legal professional resource materials across platforms in support of the mission and programmatic work of the Lone Star Justice Alliance. This intern works closely with the Director of Training and Technical Assistance.
Duties:
- Conducts legal research and writing for training materials for justice system practitioners and stakeholders relating to 1) system reform; 2) race equity; 3) disproportionality; 4) human trafficking of juveniles; 5) evidence-based best practices 6) clemency; 7) alternatives to incarceration and front-end diversion; and related topics.
- Assists in expanding LSJA’s social justice literacy initiatives to promote and produce the proposed Reimagine Justice media podcast by researching information about guests for episodes, scheduling interviews, and pre- and post-production support.
- Utilizes computer assisted legal research methods such as Westlaw and/or Lexis-Nexis to update and "shepardize" primary and secondary legal sources as well as searches online platforms, including social media to support training, appellate work ,and technical assistance efforts;
- Assists LSJA in developing curriculum, presentations, and course materials that will promote the effective acquisition of attorney knowledge and skills; and
- May provide litigation and mitigation investigation support to the LSJA legal staff.
Qualifications:
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice;
• Accurate, organized, and detail-oriented;
• Strong interpersonal skills (experience interviewing a plus);
• Excellent legal research skills;
• Excellent writing and communication skills;
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of service quality and the organization’s mission.
Preferred:
The applicant should be a 2L or 3L law student with communication, law journal, or other publications experience preferred.