Summer Intern, Pds Christchurch

Job Description Te Haeata/The OpportunityThis a unique opportunity for law students with a criminal law focus in their penultimate year of study. Gain experience and knowledge while working alongside experienced criminal defence lawyers in a supportive environment.Your key tasks will include:legal researchdrafting documentsfile organisation and administrative supportWith client permission, you may also have the opportunity to observe client interviews and court appearancesThis position is based out of our Central Christchurch office.There are positions also available in our Auckland, Manukau, Hamilton, Tauranga, Hawkes Bay and Wellington offices. These are advertised separately.**You can only apply for one location.To be considered for this position, a copy of your academic transcript must accompany your application. He pukenga tou/Skills and Experience  We will consider applicants who are:law students in their second to last year of study (due to graduate mid-2025 or the end of 2025)studying at a New Zealand universityavailable for the whole period of the internship - 18 November to 7 February 2025genuinely considering a career in criminal defence laweligible to work in New ZealandGiven the busy and sometimes challenging work environment, we are also looking for candidates with proven communication and relationship management skills. You must be a versatile self-starter, service-focussed and able to manage a wide range of tasks. Ko wai matou/Who we are At Te Tahu o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.The Public Defence Service (PDS) is part of the Ministry of Justice and the wider justice sector.  The Ministry provides centralised business services, infrastructure, and support to the work of the PDS. The PDS provides high-quality legal advice and representation in a full range of criminal cases. Aimed at helping people access justice, the PDS promotes the values of respect, integrity, service and the delivery of excellent service to its clients.Joining Te Tahu o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, and religions.  Utu a-tau/SalaryThe appointing salary for this role will be $54,343 per annum (pro-rated for the duration of the fixed term).