Legal Externs Spring 2027 - Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy
Organization: Supreme Court of Ohio | Work Location: 65 South Front Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215, United States | Agency Contact: Office of Human Resources (Recruiting@sc.ohio.gov) | Position Type: Internship (Unclassified, Exempt from union) | Application Deadline: Monday, October 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
About the role
The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking 2027 Spring Externs. The majority of the extern’s time will be spent researching, writing, and analyzing legal issues. This may involve the preparation of draft opinions, bench memos and memos discussing discretionary appeals and complaints for writs, speeches, or individualized research projects. The extern will be assigned to a judicial attorney and will have their work reviewed by that attorney. Externs will also be able to observe oral arguments on the merits of cases when the Court is in session. There are 4 openings for Spring 2027 under Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy.
Responsibilities
- Researching, writing, and analyzing legal issues
- Preparing draft opinions, bench memos, and memos discussing discretionary appeals and complaints for writs
- Preparing speeches or individualized research projects
- Assisting with legal research and case memos
- Observing oral arguments when the Court is in session
Qualifications
- Current enrollment in an accredited Juris Doctor (J.D.), Juris Master (J.M.), or Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.) program
- Ideal candidate is a 2L or 3L law student
Schedule
Permanent full-time position with hybrid or virtual work Monday through Friday. Flexible schedule accommodating student's availability, typically 8 hours per week. Preference for onsite work but remote arrangements accepted.
Compensation
Unpaid externship (compensation: $0).