Externship Application | Academic Technology Forms Support

Personal Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *

Externship Section

2. Semester *

Fall

Spring

Summer

Year *

3. Do you have a placement that you would like to work with? *

Yes

If yes, please indicate which one

4. Are you currently employed outside of the law school? *

Yes

If yes, please indicate where

5. Have you taken PPR or PR? *

Yes

If not, when do you plan to take it?

6. Have you taken an externship before? *

Yes

If yes, please indicate which one

7. Include a copy of your resume with this Application. *

Maximum file size: 3MB

The resume must be either a PDF or DOCX file. Maximum file size is 3 MB.

Application Process for Externships

Step 1: Understand the Requirements

Students may apply for an externship course beginning the second semester of their second year.

Students may not participate in more than two (2) externship courses and may not earn more than six (6) academic credits from externships. If a student participates in more than one externship, the externships must be in different areas.

Students may not take an externship course along with either a capstone or clinic course during the same semester.

Step 2: Understand the Commitment

During the fall and spring semesters, students are expected to work a minimum of eight (8) hours per week for thirteen (13) weeks at the externship site to earn two (2) hours of academic credit.

During the summer session, students are expected to work a minimum of thirty (30) hours per week for seven (7) weeks at the externship site to earn four (4) hours of academic credit.

Step 3: Research Externship Opportunities

Browse the list of pre-approved field placement opportunities.

If you would like an externship at an office not on the list, contact the Director of Externships and Special Academic Programs for approval.

Step 4: Apply

You should complete the Externship Application and submit a copy of your resume to the Director of Externships and Special Academic Programs in Room 311 or nyes@law.sc.edu.

Step 5: Schedule an Interview with the Director of Externships

Schedule an appointment to discuss your goals and expectations so that the Director can work with you to identify the best field placement

Step 6: Prepare for the Interview

The field placement may reach out to you directly to schedule an interview once materials are sent. Respond promptly and prepare for the interview.

Step 7: Interview with the Placement

Dress professionally and arrive early.

Understand the work of the office and prepare questions to ask about the experience.