Job Description
Job Title: MSPD Intern Salary: Unpaid, for school credit or experience Experience: Law students and undergraduates
Organization: Missouri State Public Defender (MSPD) Department: Trial Division
The Missouri State Public Defender (MSPD) offers internship opportunities within its Trial Division, which handles a wide range of criminal cases, from traffic offenses to first-degree murder. This division has 33 district offices throughout the state, providing interns with a diverse and hands-on experience in criminal litigation.
MSPD's intern program is designed to give law students and undergraduates exposure to all aspects of criminal law practice. This includes conducting client interviews, drafting motions, performing legal research, and assisting in case investigations. Interns are also encouraged to participate in trial preparation and may even have the opportunity to assist or observe at an actual trial.
Summer internships are available for law students, providing them with real-world experience and the chance to learn from experienced criminal defense attorneys. Many students have reported learning more during their MSPD internship than in their first few years of law school. On-campus interviews are conducted during the spring semester at in-state and out-of-state law schools. Interested students can also apply for internships by submitting a resume to Human Resources.
MSPD also offers non-summer internships for in-state law students, out-of-state law students, and undergraduate students. These internships are unpaid, but the organization is willing to work with schools to provide credit for the experience. Students working with MSPD have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping those in need and working alongside experienced attorneys.
Benefits of an MSPD internship include direct client contact, significant responsibility, and training from some of the best criminal defense attorneys in the country. This internship is a valuable opportunity for those interested in pursuing a career in criminal law.
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