Department of Civil Service

Description:

Join our team of staff attorneys as they prepare for cases involving discrimination complaints. Interns and externs assist in in reviewing requests to reopen investigations and in preparing for hearings and discrimination actions. Attend administrative hearings and court proceedings when appropriate. Conduct legal research on various topics involving the New York State Human Rights Law.

To apply for any DHR internship, please forward a résumé, a 5-10 page writing sample, and a cover letter to:
New York State Division of Human Rights
One Fordham Plaza, Fourth Floor
Bronx, New York 10458
internships@dhr.ny.gov
For further information on DHR internships, and other New York State internships, visit the New York State Department of Civil Service internship website.
The Division is proud of the diversity of participants in its program and encourages all students to apply.
We thank you in advance for your interest in interning with the Division.

Skills:

Legal Research and Writing

Civil and administrative litigation

Case analysis

Internship Areas: Legal Specialties