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Summer clerkships - selection criteria

Preparing your application

You will be invited to submit your application by email, and should include:

  • a statement addressing the selection criteria 
  • a resume including details of three referees 
  • a copy of your academic transcript.

Selection criteria

As part of your application you will need to address the following selection criteria:

  • confirmation of enrolment in a law degree
  • good analytical skills combined with an understanding of legal principles and the ability to apply them to specific facts
  • well developed interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • an interest in developing a career in the legal aid or community sector.

Before preparing your application, you should first read our guidelines for job applications.