Division of Human Rights
1 Fordham Plaza, 4th floorBronx , NY 10458
E-Mail: Barbara.klar@dhr.ny.gov
Phone: (718) 741-8400
Division/Unit: Housing Investigations Unit
Web Site:
http://dhr.ny.gov
Division of Human Rights Virtual/Hybrid internship (ID: 108694) for Fall 2021
Agency/Facility
Bronx , NY 10458
E-Mail: Barbara.klar@dhr.ny.gov
Phone: (718) 741-8400
Proposal Information
Description:
The DHR Internship will be virtual/hybrid. The Division offers interested students exciting opportunities to participate in the processing of discrimination complaints and observe first-hand how the Division investigates, prosecutes, and conducts hearings to determine if discriminatory conduct in violation of New York State law has occurred. Interns will have the added opportunity to observe conferences, communicate with respondent attorneys and interview witnesses and victims of discrimination. A redacted writing sample is available at the end of the program. Further information is available on our website www.dhr.ny.gov/internships.
Skills:
Strong writing skills
Investigations skills
Interviewing skills
Internship Areas: Criminal Justice/Corrections, Investigations, Legal Specialties
Logistical Information
Payment? Unpaid
Number of Hours: 20 - 30
Location: Bronx
Number of Interns Needed: 5
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing 1st Year Law Student
Minimum Standing: Senior
Degree Concentrations: Criminal Justice/Homeland Security, Legal Studies, Liberal Arts