Legal Support Intern (Bklyn) - job 1 of 2

As a Legal Support Intern at the Administration for Children’s Services in Brooklyn, your main responsibilities will include drafting subpoenas, assisting attorneys in preparing case materials for hearings, organizing evidence, and managing document retrieval and delivery throughout the city. Additionally, you will engage in data entry and help with various administrative support tasks, all while learning about family court processes and child welfare law.

To apply for the Legal Support Intern position at the Administration for Children’s Services, you must be an undergraduate currently enrolled in a college or have graduated within one year of the program year. This internship is specifically designed for motivated students eager to gain real-world experience in family law and child welfare.

As a Legal Support Intern at the Administration for Children’s Services, you can expect to gain comprehensive knowledge of the family court system and child welfare laws, enhance your paralegal skills, and develop a better understanding of ACS's mission. You'll also improve your ability to multitask and manage a fast-paced work environment, which is essential for a successful career in legal support.

To apply for the Legal Support Intern position at the Administration for Children’s Services in Brooklyn, visit the designated city jobs website and search for Job ID#707369. Please ensure your resume is submitted through the site, and remember that only candidates being considered will be contacted. Avoid phone calls, faxes, or personal inquiries.

The salary for the Legal Support Intern position at the Administration for Children’s Services is set at $19.00 per hour. This hourly wage reflects the importance of the role and is designed to attract capable candidates passionate about supporting child welfare and family law.

When discussing your interest in the Legal Support Internship at ACS, focus on your passion for child welfare and family law. Highlight how this role aligns with your career goals and your desire to contribute to important work that impacts families.

To effectively answer this question, provide a specific example from your academic or work experience. Highlight your organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks, making sure to mention the outcome and what you learned from the experience.

While you may not have direct experience, express your eagerness to learn. Discuss any relevant coursework, research, or volunteer opportunities that have provided you with foundational knowledge about family courts and child welfare.

Outline skills such as strong communication, attention to detail, and adaptability. Provide examples of how these skills have helped you in previous experiences and relate them specifically to the tasks you'll be performing as a Legal Support Intern.

Express your personal connection to the mission of ACS and emphasize how protecting children and supporting families is a responsibility that resonates with you. Share any relevant experiences that motivated this passion.

Demonstrate your conflict resolution skills by discussing a hypothetical scenario where you would remain calm, listen actively, and work towards a solution. Emphasize the importance of communication and teamwork in your approach.

Articulate your learning objectives, which might include gaining practical experience in legal support, understanding family court operations, and developing professional skills that will aid your future career in law or social services.

Share your previous experiences with data entry or any relevant tools and systems you've used. Emphasize your accuracy and efficiency in completing these tasks, especially in a high-volume setting.

Provide examples illustrating your time management strategies when facing tight deadlines, such as breaking tasks into manageable parts, prioritizing to meet expectations, and remaining calm under pressure.

Discuss your long-term career aspirations and how they align with child welfare. Highlight your excitement for making a tangible difference in the lives of families and children, showcasing your commitment to this important field.