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Summer Law Intern Program

If you are interested in hosting an intern or participating as an intern in 2021, please contact  kzack@dallasbar.org or 214-220-7450.

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2019 Summer Law Intern Program
♦A Summer Internship Program only for Dallas ISD Juniors ♦
Click here for the 2021 SLIP Student Application

SLIP in the News

The Believing-in-People Business

Class Act: Senior Works Full Time, Excels in the Classroom

About the Program

The Summer Law Intern Program (SLIP), a joint initiative of the Dallas Bar Association and the Dallas Independent School District, places high school students with law firms and corporate legal departments throughout the Dallas-area for up to eight weeks during the month of July 2021. 

Students Eligible to Participate:

  • Dallas ISD high school juniors during the current school year
  • Academic average of 85 or above, no more than 10 absences, interested in studying law preferred
  • Application Process - Coming Soon
  • Click here for the 2021 SLIP Student Application

Application Process

Student review program requirements with counselor to determine if they are eligible

  • A completed application
  • A completed essay included in the application (100+ words)
  • A cover letter and resume’ outlining your experience and accomplishments
  • One reference form from a teacher, counselor, school administrator, or employer (references from friends, relatives or acquaintances will not be accepted)
  • A copy of your transcript provided by your school counselor
  • Select what interview days work your schedule in April
  • Submit all materials, and application online at dallasbar.org 

Interview & Selection Process (April-May)

  • Student will be interviewed on their campus by employers
  • SLIP Committee will review applications and place interns based on their interests and availability
  • Dallas Bar Association will provide the student with an Internship offer letter via email
  • Students will have 3-4 days to accept the internship job offer
  • Dallas Bar Association will provide the student with internship placement information and introduce the intern to their employer via email
  • Students selected will start their paid 4 week internship which will take place during July
  • Submit all materials online by: April 5, 2021

Internship Requirements (July)

  • Students must be available to work the entire 4 weeks; full or part time schedule determined by employer
  • Students must adhere to their employer stated schedule
  • Students must attend all orientations, educational events and end of program reception
  • Students must complete their summer internship learning curriculum
  • Submit all materials online by: April 5, 2021