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Summer Internship Pipeline Program Application
Applications are now closed for the 2023 program! Please check back December of 2023 for the 2024 program.
Applications submitted after Feb, 3, 2023 will not be accepted.

The Lawyers Collaborative for Diversity (“LCD”) announces its 6th annual Summer Internship Pipeline Program for college students of color. The mission of the LCD is to unite the resources, energy and commitment of Connecticut’s leading law firms, corporations, public sector entities, law schools and bar associations to make Connecticut a more attractive place for attorneys of color to practice law and find satisfying professional opportunities.

We are recruiting Connecticut residents who are high achieving college students with an interest in a legal career. The program has a focus on students who come from racial and ethnic backgrounds that have been historically underrepresented in the legal profession. The program provides exposure to the legal profession and guidance and support along the path towards a career in law.

Program Overview
The 10-week summer program consists of a full-time paid internship, weekly seminars and a mock trial. The seminars provide interns with insight into the various professions that are available in the legal field, and will also give the interns the opportunity to connect with members of various law firms, legal organizations and law schools. The mock-trial will provide interns with hands on experience in presenting a case under the supervision of practicing attorneys and a Superior Court Judge. Participation in all elements of the program is mandatory.

Students selected for this internship will also be assigned an attorney who will serve as their mentor throughout the summer.

There are a limited number of internships. Only fully-completed applications will be considered.

To be eligible, the interested applicant must:

Be a rising sophomore, junior or senior at an accredited college or university in the fall of 2023. Current seniors graduating May 2023 are not eligible.
Be a resident of Connecticut (the program does not provide housing accommodations or transportation).
Be legally authorized to work in the United States

For your application to be considered complete, you must complete all the required fields in the form and upload the following THREE documents:

One page resume
Unofficial academic transcript
A brief statement describing your background, leadership skills and interest in participating as a legal intern in LCD Summer Internship Program. The statement should be no longer than one page typed

THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023.

Email*

First name*

Middle Name

Last name*

Phone number*

Expected Summer of 2023 Street Address*

City*

State/Region*

Zip Code*

College Information

College/University Name*

Expected Date of Graduation*

Month/Day/Year

Degree/Major*

Current GPA*

Upload Unofficial College Transcript*

Employment History

Employment History 1

Employment Start and End Dates (if applicable)

Check here if current employer

Position/Title

Duties, Responsibilities, Promotions

Additional Employment Information

If you have had more than one employment experience, please attach your resume.

Please provide/list the names and contact information of one to three references.*

I have documentation to confirm my eligibility to work in the United States of America.*

Yes

Statement of Interest

Please provide a written statement explaining your interest in participating as an intern in the LCD’s Summer Internship Pipeline Program.*

The statement should be limited to one typed 8.5 x 11 page.

APPLICANT STATEMENT

I understand and agree that this application is not a contract of employment. I certify that all the information given in this application is complete and true, and understand that any false or misleading information may be grounds for dismissal from participation in the program or from any employment with LCD member organizations. I hereby authorize my former employers and schools, with any exceptions I have noted, to give any information regarding my employment or schooling to the LCD and any of its member legal organizations. I understand if selected, I will be required to provide documentation confirming my eligibility to work in the United States of America.

By selecting "I Accept" using any device, means or action, you consent to the legally binding terms and conditions of this Agreement. You agree that your signature on this document (hereafter referred to as your "E-Signature") is as valid as if you signed the document in writing.

I Accept*

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