Clerk Internships
Clerk internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working clerks, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Humane Society Legislative Fund, BRIDGES TRUST, and State of Washington among the employers posting roles now.
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Description
- Exceptional legal experience working in a professional law office
- Demonstration of one’s interest in and commitment to public service
- Engagement with experienced, professional colleagues and legal mentors
- Expansive breadth and diversity of work
- Opportunity to attend a wide array of effective, interesting legal trainings (e.g., CLEs) and events
- Work that makes a tangible and positive difference to the people of Washington
- Competitive salary – If your law school allows being paid while receiving academic credit - Law clerks who have completed their first year of law school will receive $23/hour. Law clerks who have completed their second year of law school will receive $24/hour
- Law clerk positions assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay
- Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave and Paid Holidays
- Health and wellness program
- Access to attend training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide
- Enrollment in the Public Employees’ Retirement System, receiving one service credit per each month worked of 90 hours or more.
- Due to the limited duration of these positions (if less than six months), they are not eligible for medical and dental benefits.
Duties
- Researching and writing memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence;
- Assistant in preparation for litigation, i.e., depositions, witness interviews, and discovery;
- Drafting client advice memos and attending meetings where that advice is then presented to the client; and
- Opportunity to observe attorneys in court, particularly for those cases for which the law clerk provided assistance. Rule 9 law clerks may be allowed to present in court.
Qualifications
Supplemental Information
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Law School Transcript (Official/Unofficial)
- Letter of Recommendation if a 2L, 3L or LL.M.
- Note about the letter of recommendation: If your recommender would prefer to send the letter directly to the AGO, they can send it to the Talent Acquisition Team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. If you already have your current letter of recommendation, feel free to upload it with your application. If you receive the letter of recommendation after you’ve submitted your application, you can send it to the Talent Acquisition Team via the email address above and we will upload it to your application.
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The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
Description
- Exceptional legal experience working in a professional law office
- Demonstration of one’s interest in and commitment to public service
- Engagement with experienced, professional colleagues and legal mentors
- Expansive breadth and diversity of work
- Opportunity to attend a wide array of effective, interesting legal trainings (e.g., CLEs) and events
- Work that makes a tangible and positive difference to the people of Washington
- Competitive salary – If your law school allows being paid while receiving academic credit - Law clerks who have completed their first year of law school will receive $23/hour. Law clerks who have completed their second year of law school will receive $24/hour
- Law clerk positions assigned to our Seattle office location receive an additional 5% King County Location Pay
- Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave and Paid Holidays
- Health and wellness program
- Access to attend training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide
- Enrollment in the Public Employees’ Retirement System, receiving one service credit per each month worked of 90 hours or more.
- Due to the limited duration of these positions (if less than six months), they are not eligible for medical and dental benefits.
Duties
- Researching and writing memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence;
- Assistant in preparation for litigation, i.e., depositions, witness interviews, and discovery;
- Drafting client advice memos and attending meetings where that advice is then presented to the client; and
- Opportunity to observe attorneys in court, particularly for those cases for which the law clerk provided assistance. Rule 9 law clerks may be allowed to present in court.
Qualifications
Supplemental Information
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Law School Transcript (Official/Unofficial)
- Letter of Recommendation if a 2L, 3L or LL.M.
- Note about the letter of recommendation: If your recommender would prefer to send the letter directly to the AGO, they can send it to the Talent Acquisition Team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. If you already have your current letter of recommendation, feel free to upload it with your application. If you receive the letter of recommendation after you’ve submitted your application, you can send it to the Talent Acquisition Team via the email address above and we will upload it to your application.
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The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
Clerk Internship Market
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Tips for Your Clerk Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, meaning roles that start in June often close in October or November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Start checking listings in early fall and revisit regularly rather than waiting for a single hiring season.
Build proof before you need experience
Clerk intern recruiters expect limited work history, so give them something concrete to assess instead. Document two or three projects with the tools you used and a link to the finished work, a published analysis, an organized case study, or a portfolio of completed assignments shows capability more directly than a list of coursework alone.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured intern programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside that campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never get promoted on campus.
Practice the actual clerk intern interview format out loud
Clerk intern screens often include a structured exercise, a document review, a prioritization exercise, or a process walkthrough depending on the team. Practice talking through your reasoning out loud before your first interview, since interviewers weigh how you think as much as the final answer you land on.
Target structured clerk internship programs early
Larger organizations run cohort or rotational intern programs specifically built to train people new to the field. These structured pipelines recruit early and fill fast, so identify the programs that fit your background, note their application windows, and apply in the first wave rather than waiting for a second round.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 100% of the clerk internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, location, commute, remote setup, before you start sorting through listings. Filtering by work type and location up front means you spend time only on roles you can actually take.
Clerk Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clerk internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level, and a concrete artifact like a documented project gives recruiters something to assess. Combine direct applications to employers with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a clerk internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for clerk interns is performance on real work, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position yourself by delivering consistently and asking about next steps before your internship ends, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for clerk internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications for June starts often close in October or November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single season keeps you ahead of most applicants.
Are clerk internships paid?
Most professional clerk internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid arrangements are less common at established organizations and are more typical of small nonprofits or volunteer programs, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should a clerk internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools you used and show where the work can be reviewed, linked case studies, published analyses, or organized work samples are the role-specific proof clerk recruiters look for. Add relevant coursework, keep the whole document to one page, and put projects above any limited work history.
Are there remote clerk internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the clerk internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you decide what works for your situation and filter by work type to see those roles right away.
Can international students get clerk internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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