Description: Unpaid
Step Up to Justice is a full-service civil legal education and assistance center committed to closing the justice gap for low-income residents of Pima County who need but cannot afford an attorney. Step Up to Justice serves clients with meritorious claims across a range of civil legal matters, including housing, family law, domestic violence, consumer, bankruptcy, employment, wills and probate, and more.
Internship Available
- Fall - Application Closes on April 24
Internship Description:
SU2J is searching for a student to fill the role of intake specialist. The candidate selected for this position will respond to calls from low-income individuals and families facing civil legal issues, including referrals made to SU2J by its 36 partner organizations. The intern selected for this position will serve as the initial point of contact for applicants seeking legal assistance. In addition to responding to calls and connecting with applicants, we anticipate the intern selected will conduct new applicant intake interviews and assist with coordination of legal clinics.
Site Specific Guidelines And Requirements for Legal Intake Specialist Position
After receiving training by SU2J staff, the intake specialist will speak with applicants to determine whether they are financially and asset eligible to receive legal services from SU2J. The intake specialist will also determine if there are legal conflicts of interest and conduct an interview to gather facts about the applicant’s case.
Agency Qualifications (minimum)
Students must possess a passion for social justice and poverty related issues, as well as sensitivity to working with people from diverse backgrounds. Special consideration will be given to students who have a demonstrated commitment to serving low income or disadvantaged communities.
The intern should feel comfortable speaking with potential clients about obtaining civil legal services. Interns are expected to quickly gain a deeper understanding of access to justice issues facing low-income Pima County residents, and how SU2J – partnered with various agencies and the courts – is working to address these challenges.
Obligations to the Intake Intern:
SU2J staff will provide the initial training required to ensure that the intake specialist is able to conduct new applicant intakes and assist with the coordination of legal clinics. After training, the intake specialist will receive continuing support, supervision, and guidance by SU2J’s Director of Community Outreach. All full-time staff members are available to answer questions and provide professional mentoring.
How to Apply
Please note this opportunity is for academic credit only. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter by April 24, 2026, to
Jacqueline Alvarez
Director of Community Education & Outreach
jalvarez@stepuptojustice.org.
Website
https://www.stepuptojustice.org/