法律实习生（无薪/可获得学术学分）
Legal Intern (Unpaid / Academic Credit Eligible)
法律实习生（无薪 / 可获得学术学分）
FASD United – 法律咨询委员会 / 法律中心
地点：远程办公（需为美国本地）
时长：按学期计算（秋季/春季/夏季；可灵活开始日期）
工作时间：每周10–15小时（根据学业要求灵活调整）
薪酬：无薪（可获得学术学分或志愿者经历）
职位概述
FASD United 正在寻找法律专业的学生，参与法律实习，支持其法律咨询委员会和法律中心的项目。该职位提供在法律、残疾、行为健康和公共政策交叉领域的实践经验，重点是改善患有胎儿酒精谱系障碍（FASD）人士在司法系统中的结果。
实习生将参与法律研究、培训开发以及创建基于案例的资源，以支持律师、法院、家庭和政策制定者。
主要职责
法律研究与分析
- 对与 FASD 和司法系统相关的主题进行法律研究（例如：能力、米兰达权利、量刑、分流、残疾适应措施）
- 识别并总结相关判例法、法规和新兴法律趋势
- 支持法律备忘录、摘要和问题总结的撰写
法庭之友简报支持
- 协助研究和撰写法庭之友简报的部分内容
- 汇编支持性证据、引用和跨学科研究（法律 + 临床）
- 跟踪涉及 FASD 相关问题的上诉案件和定罪后案件
培训与资源开发
- 支持为法律专业人士（法官、辩护律师、检察官、执法人员）开发培训材料
- 协助制作事实说明、法律指南和演示材料
- 将复杂的法律和临床概念转化为易于理解的形式
委员会与项目支持
- 协助准备法律咨询委员会的材料（议程、摘要、研究简报）
- 协调主题专家和贡献者
- 参与内部讨论并适时提供见解
学习目标
实习生将：
- 接触以残疾为导向的法律框架和司法系统改革
- 提升法律研究、政策分析和实际倡导技能
- 与法律、行为健康和社会服务领域的多学科专业人员互动
- 积累非营利法律策略和系统层面影响工作的经验
资格要求
· 法律专业在校学生，具备良好的法律研究和写作能力
- 对 FASD、司法系统改革和残疾人权利有浓厚兴趣
- 具备良好的沟通能力和团队合作精神
- 熟悉 Microsoft Office 套件，有数据库管理经验者优先
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Legal Intern (Unpaid / Academic Credit Eligible)
FASD United – Justice Advisory Committee / Justice Center
Location: Remote (U.S.-based required)
Duration: Semester-based (Fall/Spring/Summer; flexible start dates)
Time Commitment: 10–15 hours per week (flexible based on academic requirements)
Compensation: Unpaid (academic credit or volunteer experience)
Position Overview
FASD United is seeking law students for a Legal Internship supporting its Justice Advisory Committee and Justice Center initiatives. This role offers hands-on experience at the intersection of law, disability, behavioral health, and public policy, with a focus on improving justice system outcomes for individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD).
Interns will contribute to legal research, training development, and the creation of case-informed resources that support attorneys, courts, families, and policymakers.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Research & Analysis
- Conduct legal research on topics related to FASD and the justice system (e.g., competency, Miranda rights, sentencing, diversion, disability accommodations)
- Identify and summarize relevant case law, statutes, and emerging legal trends
- Support development of legal briefs, memoranda, and issue summaries
Amicus Brief Support
- Assist in research and drafting components of amicus curiae briefs
- Compile supporting evidence, citations, and interdisciplinary research (legal + clinical)
- Track relevant appellate and post-conviction cases involving FASD-related issues
Training & Resource Development
- Support the development of training materials for legal professionals (judges, defense attorneys, prosecutors, law enforcement)
- Assist in creating fact sheets, legal guides, and presentation materials
- Translate complex legal and clinical concepts into accessible formats
Committee & Program Support
- Assist with preparation of Justice Advisory Committee materials (agendas, summaries, research briefs)
- Support coordination of subject-matter experts and contributors
- Participate in internal discussions and contribute insights where appropriate
Learning Objectives
Interns will:
- Gain exposure to disability-informed legal frameworks and justice system reform
- Develop skills in legal research, policy analysis, and applied advocacy
- Engage with multidisciplinary professionals across law, behavioral health, and social services
- Build experience in nonprofit legal strategy and systems-level impact work
Qualifications
- Current law student (1L, 2L, or 3L) in good academic standing
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Interest in criminal law, juvenile justice, disability law, public defense, prosecution, or public policy
- Ability to synthesize complex information across disciplines
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred (Not Required)
- Coursework or experience in criminal law, evidence, constitutional law, or disability rights
- Interest or experience related to FASD, neurodevelopmental disabilities, or behavioral health
- Experience with legal databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
Supervision & Structure
- Interns will be supervised by FASD United staff and/or designated legal advisors affiliated with the Justice Advisory Committee
- Regular check-ins and feedback will be provided
- Work may contribute to real-world legal resources, training materials, and policy initiatives
Academic Credit / Volunteer Structure
- This is an unpaid position
- FASD United will support documentation required for academic credit, externship programs, or pro bono hours
- Interns are responsible for coordinating with their academic institution for credit approval
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Resume or CV
- Brief statement of interest included in a cover letter (1–2 paragraphs)
- Writing sample (legal or academic)
- Availability (hours per week and preferred term)
About FASD United
FASD United is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing awareness, research, policy, and support for individuals and families affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. Through its Justice initiatives, FASD United works to improve legal system responses and outcomes for individuals with FASD.
Salary: Unpaid / Academic Credit EligibleOriginally posted on Himalayas