In the Judicial Externship Program, J.D. students work directly for federal or state judges, where they gain immeasurable experience in research and writing and courtroom observation. LL.M. students may be eligible for the program on a case‐by-case basis.
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Students should first secure their position at a court prior to applying for academic credit through the Judicial Externship Program.
Please email Bill Powers, Director of Internship & Externship Programs, for more information about the Programs.
Semesters |
Credit Hours |
Grading |
UHLC's Prerequisites |
Fall; Spring |
2-6 |
Pass / Fail |
Completed 1L year; good academic standing |
Summer 1 (entire Summer) |
2-6 |
Pass / Fail |
Completed 1L year; good academic standing |
Summer 2; 4 (5-week sessions) |
2-3 |
Pass / Fail |
Completed 1L year; good academic standing |
Placements may have additional specific prerequisites.
Judicial Internship Program Application Guidelines for Academic Credit
