In addition to summer employment, there are opportunities to incorporate public interest and government work into your academic career and gain valuable skills and experience.

Volunteer for a public interest organization
Chicago Bar Foundation Pro Bono Opportunities

Extern with a Government Office, Public Interest Organization, or Judge
School of Law Externship Program

Utilize Rule 711
If you have earned 51 credit hours and are working with a government or nonprofit organization, you can get a student practice license under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711, which permits you to represent clients in court under attorney supervision.  See www.state.il.us/court/Administrative/forms/711/default.asp for an application and instructions.

Participate in Loyola's Clinical Programs

• Business Law Center
• Child & Family Law Clinic
• Community Law Center
• Federal Tax Clinic
• Health Justice Project