Do projects with government agencies qualify for the Summer Corps?
No. The Summer Corps program’s mission is to expand critical legal services in underserved and low-income communities. Though internships at government agencies serve the public interest, they do not squarely fit that mission. Furthermore, they are not aligned with the rest of Equal Justice Works’ programs which emphasize the delivery of civil legal services to those who would not otherwise have access to services.
No. The Summer Corps program’s mission is to expand critical legal services in underserved and low-income communities. Though internships at government agencies serve the public interest, they do not squarely fit that mission. Additionally, government agencies are not aligned with the rest of Equal Justice Works’ programs which emphasize the delivery of civil legal services to those who would not otherwise have access to services. Please note that State, County, and Nonprofit public defender offices do qualify. Please see below for more information.
