Public Defense Internship with Travis County Public Defender’s Office

Students will work with lawyers in the Travis County Public Defender’s Office for a week over winter break. Students will assist TCPDO attorneys with legal research and shadow client intake and other interactions.

Organization

Travis County Public Defender’s Office

TCPDO is a comprehensive public defender office envisioned to be client-centered, independent, and innovative to the needs of Travis County residents. Consistent with nationally recognized best practices, the PDO provides high-quality holistic defense representation and other support to people accused of criminal offenses in Travis County.

Project Details

Project Start Date

Monday, January 10 through Friday, January 14

Approximate hours of work requested
20-30 hours
Training
Training and supervision will be provided by TCPDO staff throughout the internship on an as-needed basis
Skills used
Legal research/writing; client communication
Project location
In-person required for part of the internship (Austin, TX); some internship tasks will be performed virtually
Address
910 Lavaca Street, Austin, TX 78701
Number of student volunteers requested
2
Class year preference
1L, 2L, 3L, LLM
Required skills
Spanish proficiency preferred but not required
To Apply
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-defense-internship-with-travis-county-public-defenders-office-registration-221595858177