NLADA & the American Constitution Society Launch Public Defender Intern Matching Program
The American Constitution Society (ACS) and the National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) have partnered up to help match public defenders with qualified law students, providing an efficient way for offices to increase their chances of finding an ideal candidate.
ACS is using its national student network to collect a roster of law students who are committed to indigent defense and seeking internships at Public Defender offices across the country. NLADA is inviting any office or agency looking for interns to fill out a form with basic information about their office or program. The matching tool will then send offices information on applicants that meet the specified criteria.
Public defender offices do not have to commit to accepting any applicants they receive through the PD intern Matching Program, and offered internships can be paid, unpaid, or offered for academic credit. Students can fill out this form to be included in the applicant pool.