2026 Internship - Law Clerk - Clerk 1/2 - Law Reform Commission And Sentencing Council Secretariat

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Parramatta, NSW, Australia
Base: $41.47 ph + casual loading; bonus/equity: no...
On-site
Legal research and analysis
Writing research and briefing notes
Law reform proposals and recommendations
Interns will undertake a range of activities to support the Secretariat, including legal research, writing research and briefing notes, and contributing to law reform proposals

Job Summary

  • Interns will undertake a range of activities to support the Secretariat, including legal research, writing research and briefing notes, and contributing to law reform proposals.
  • The Secretariat supports the NSW Law Reform Commission and the NSW Sentencing Council, reviewing significant legal areas.
  • The Department of Communities and Justice offers a challenging and rewarding career with flexible, autonomous work environments and competitive pay.

Matching Summary

Interns will undertake a range of activities to support the Secretariat, including legal research, writing research and briefing notes, and contributing to law reform proposals.

Salary

Base: $41.47 per hour plus casual loading; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Legal research and analysis
  • Writing research and briefing notes
  • Law reform proposals and recommendations
  • Stakeholder engagement assistance

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage, and integrity

Key Requirements

  • Penultimate or final year student in Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree
  • Strong academic record
  • Well-developed legal research and writing skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated interest in law reform and policy development

Work Rights

Not specified

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