2026 Internship – Law Clerk
Overview
Work as a clerk in the Secretariat for the NSW Law Reform Commission (LRC) and the NSW Sentencing Council (Council). The Secretariat is part of the Policy, Reform and Legislation Branch of the Department of Communities and Justice.
Location & Pay
Parramatta, with hybrid working options.
Clerk Grade 1/2. Salary $41.47 per hour plus casual loading ($75,728 – $82,329 pro‐rata) over the placement period.
What You'll Do
The internship is a paid four‐week (or equivalent) casual placement, typically starting between May and August 2026.
* Conduct legal research, including case law and statutory analysis.
* Write research and briefing notes on legal and policy issues.
* Contribute to the development of law reform proposals and recommendations.
* Assist with stakeholder engagement.
Interns will be acknowledged for contributions in any published papers.
What We're Looking For
Interns must be penultimate or final year students in a Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree (or equivalent).
Successful Candidate Must Also Demonstrate The Following Criteria
* A strong academic record.
* Well‐developed legal research and writing skills.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* A demonstrated interest in law reform and policy development.
Checks and Clearances
* National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014.
* Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
How to Apply
* An up‐to‐date résumé (maximum 5 pages).
* Your academic record (an unofficial record is acceptable).
* A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing:
o How you meet the essential requirement of the role.
o The four criteria outlined above.
o Your availability between May and September 2026.
Applications close: Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.
What We Offer
* A challenging and rewarding career.
* Flexible, autonomous work environment.
* Competitive pay and conditions.
* Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
* Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
Inclusion and Diversity
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
Contact
For more information about the role or the application process, email lrc‐.
If you need assistance with the recruitment process, contact Lois Jebin at .
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