Lieutenant
County of Merced
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Extra-Help Student Intern
County of Merced
County Counsel
Location
Merced, California, 95340
Salary
$16.90 - $21
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This is a part-time internship position in the County Counsel's office in Merced, California, where students assist with legal-related tasks while gaining hands-on experience in government law.
It's ideal for college students interested in pursuing law school, especially those who have faced challenges like being in foster care, homelessness, or prior incarceration, as they receive hiring priority.
The role is limited to 25 hours per week and does not include county benefits.
Key Requirements
- Currently enrolled in college
- Interest in attending law school
- Eligibility priority for former foster youth, homeless youth, or formerly incarcerated youth (with documentation required)
- Ability to work a maximum of 25 hours per week
- No entitlement to county benefits
- Submission of application with supplemental question for priority eligibility
Full Job Description
Please note: Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week.Desirable Education:
Candidates currently enrolled in college with an interest in attending law school.
Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 31000.11 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by answering the supplemental question on this recruitment. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
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