2027 Spring, Summer & Fall Externship Program – Trial Division Student Law Clerk | Oregon Public Defense Commission (Medford, OR)
Based in United StatesNo visa sponsorship
Core
Unpaid educational externship for law students to gain hands-on experience in criminal defense litigation and public service within the Trial Division.
Role type
Student Law Clerk (Extern)
Builds
High-quality public defense services for indigent clients throughout Oregon
Domain
Public Law / Criminal Defense
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
legal research, legal writing, analytical thinking, critical thinking, problem-solving, verbal communication, professional judgment, ethical responsibility, organization, time management
Preferred skills
commitment to public service, ability to collaborate, adaptability, ability to learn from feedback
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Legal research and writing, case preparation, client-related work, courtroom observations
Seniority
Student (1L+)