15 Law Internships in Dallas, TX for Undergraduates
- Stephen Turban
- 6 hours ago
- 10 min read
Dallas is home to a wide range of legal opportunities, from major law firms and corporate legal departments to nonprofit organizations and government offices. For undergraduates, interning in this environment offers a first-hand look at how legal work is done and how different parts of the justice system operate.
A law internship in Dallas might involve conducting research, drafting documents, observing court proceedings, or assisting attorneys with case preparation. Along the way, you’ll gain practical skills, learn legal terminology, and see how lawyers and legal teams manage real cases.
These internships also connect you with professionals who can provide guidance and open doors to future roles in the legal field. Whether you plan to go to law school or work in a related area, early experience in a legal setting can strengthen your resume and clarify your career goals.
With that, here’s a list of 15 law internships for undergraduates in Dallas, TX! Additionally, if you're looking for more prestigious internships, check out this set of blogs!
15 Law Internships in Dallas, TX for Undergraduates
Location: Remote
Dates: Multiple cohorts throughout the year, including spring, summer, fall, and winter
Application Deadline: Varies depending on the cohort. Spring (January), summer (May), fall (September), and winter (November)
Eligibility: Can work for 5 – 10 hours/week for 8 weeks; college students and young professionals!
Ladder Internships is a selective program that connects you with high-growth startups for an 8-week remote or hybrid internship. You work directly with founders and entrepreneurs on real-world projects in fields like business, finance, AI, machine learning, healthcare, sustainability, and more. You commit 5 to 10 hours per week and receive mentorship, weekly guidance, and professional development support. Past interns have built business plans, developed machine learning models, created go-to-market strategies, and contributed to product design and research.Â
Location: Dallas, TX
Cost: Free
Dates: Throughout the academic year
Application Deadline: February 19
Eligibility: Current undergraduates with at least 30 credit hours, who are members of the John Marshall Pre-Law Society, Women Pursuing Law, or have attended Pre-Law Advising Center events
The UTD Pre-Law Mentorship Program is a law internship for undergraduates that matches you with a practicing attorney in Dallas based on your academic background and legal interests. You observe court proceedings, sit in on client meetings, and build core skills like legal writing and issue-spotting. Your placement reflects your goals, whether you're focused on private practice, government, or nonprofit law. You apply through the Pre-Law Advising Center and receive a structured, personalized mentorship experience that connects classroom learning to real legal work.
Location: Dallas, TX
Cost: None, but interns may be eligible for credit
Dates: May – August
Application Deadline: March 1 (tentative, based on previous year dates)
Eligibility: First and second-year law students
The EEOC Judicial Internship Program from Dallas District Office is a law internship for first- and second-year students where you work directly with an Administrative Judge on federal employment discrimination cases. You review case files, draft legal memoranda, and contribute to rulings involving Title VII, the ADEA, the Rehabilitation Act, and related statutes. You assist with hearings, observe mediations, and help prepare decisions on motions and summary judgments. You also support special projects like building internal legal databases and developing training materials for attorneys.Â
Location: Various divisions throughout Texas, including Dallas
Cost: Free
Dates: Spring: January – April; Summer: May – August; Fall: September – December
Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For spring, apply between August and December; for summer, between January and April; for fall, between July and August.
Eligibility: Undergraduate interns are selected based on GPA, leadership, and communication skills. Law clerk applicants must be current law students and apply via email with a cover letter identifying preferred divisions.
The Texas Office of the Attorney General Internship Program places you with Assistant Attorneys General where you contribute to legal research, writing, and policy-related work. You observe how law is practiced at the state level and participate in case discussions, meetings, and division-specific projects. Your experience depends on your placement, which could include areas like criminal prosecution, consumer protection, or law enforcement defense. Most internships are based in Austin, but placements are available in Dallas for undergraduates seeking public-sector legal experience.Â
Location: Dallas, Fort Worth, Lubbock, and Amarillo, TX
Cost: Free; The office will assist in obtaining academic credit or external funding
Dates: Summer and semester internships are available
Application Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Open to law students with strong research and writing skills and a demonstrated interest in indigent defense, constitutional law, or appellate litigation. Interns may work in trial, appellate, or capital habeas units.
The Federal Public Defender Internship – Northern District of Texas places you inside one of the most active federal defense environments in Dallas. You work with attorneys in both the Traditional Unit and the Capital Habeas Unit, gaining experience in trial and appellate defense, including death penalty appeals. You participate in client meetings, expert consultations, and trial strategy sessions while contributing to casework through legal research, motion drafting, and investigation support. You also assist with habeas petitions, appellate briefs, and constitutional claims, building a strong writing sample and practical understanding of federal litigation.Â
Location: Dallas, TX
Cost: None
Acceptance rate/cohort size: 4 students per session
Dates: Session 1: June 3 – 28; Session 2: July 8 – August 2
Application Deadline: March 29
Eligibility: Currently enrolled law students
The Dallas City Attorney’s Office Internship Program places you inside one of the largest municipal legal departments in the country. You work on real legal issues tied to city government, including ordinance enforcement, civil litigation, and municipal policy. You contribute to legal research and writing, attend public meetings and court proceedings, and assist with internal advisory work across departments. You’re paired with a mentor and assigned hands-on projects that reflect how law is applied in city operations.Â
Location: Several locations across the U.S.Â
Cost: None
Dates: Each DOJ component sets its own schedule, with positions available year-round.
Application Deadline: Deadlines differ by office, but most require applications 4–5 months in advance.
Eligibility: Law students enrolled at least half-time who have completed one semester may apply. First-year students can apply after December 1. Joint-degree and part-time students are also eligible
The U.S. Department of Justice Volunteer Legal Internship Program offers one of the largest public-sector law internships in the country, with placements available in Dallas through the U.S. Attorney’s Office and Immigration Courts. You assist DOJ attorneys with legal research, case preparation, and policy-related work while exploring specialties like criminal prosecution, immigration law, and civil rights enforcement. You contribute to pleadings, motions, and trial preparation, and may participate in witness interviews, hearings, and strategy sessions. Some placements qualify for academic credit or work-study funding depending on your institution.
Location: Houston, Austin, Dallas, El Paso, and Brownsville, TX
Cost: Free. Interns receive a stipend and will receive support to get academic credit if required
Dates: Varies by the cohort
Application Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Students who are enrolled in an academic program
The ACLU of Texas Legal Internship – Dallas Office is a law internship for undergraduates that blends legal research, policy analysis, and grassroots advocacy. You work with attorneys and organizers on civil rights issues like voting access, immigrant justice, reproductive freedom, LGBTQIA+ equality, and criminal legal reform. You contribute to litigation, legislation, and public education efforts while gaining experience across legal writing, campaign strategy, and community outreach. You’re part of a multidisciplinary team and may assist with active cases, draft policy briefs, or support public events.Â
Location: Dallas, TX
Cost: Free
Dates: Interns commit to at least one semester, with 18–20 hours per week.
Application Deadline: Applications are accepted year-round, but early submission is encouraged.
Eligibility: Undergraduate or graduate students in a social services-related field or comparable life experience
The Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center Legal Advocacy Internship is a law internship for undergraduates that blends legal research, policy work, and direct response. You complete a certified 40-hour Sexual Assault Advocate Training Program, then assist with legal accompaniment during hospital visits, law enforcement interactions, and court proceedings. You support hotline response, maintain resource guides, and help develop materials for crime victim assistance programs. You work alongside a multidisciplinary team and contribute to both client-facing advocacy and internal coordination.
Location: Typically Dallas, Plano, Fort Worth, and Sherman, TX
Cost: FreeÂ
Dates: Offered in fall, spring, and summer terms. Duration and hours vary by placement.
Application Deadline: Varies by internship
Eligibility: JD students who have completed one year of law school
The SMU Dedman School of Law Externship Program combines classroom reflection with direct legal experience across a range of practice settings. You’re placed with a federal judge, public interest organization, corporate counsel, or small firm, and work under the guidance of both a practicing attorney and a faculty advisor. You develop core lawyering skills like legal analysis, professional communication, and ethical decision-making while reflecting on the broader impact of legal work. Externships are offered through specialized tracks, including corporate counsel, federal judicial placements, government and public interest law, and rural criminal defense.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Most micro-internships are paid, typically $300–$500 per project. Some may be unpaid or offer academic credit
Dates: Offered throughout the year and typically last 5–40 hours over 1–4 weeks.
Application Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Open to U.S.-based college students or recent grads who are 18+ and authorized to work in the U.S. Some platforms (like Parker Dewey) may have additional requirements based on school partnerships.
The Parker Dewey Micro-Internship Program – UNT Partnership offers short-term, paid project-based roles that help you build legal or law-adjacent experience. You work directly with companies, from major firms to startups, on assignments like research, compliance support, and writing-intensive projects relevant to pre-law students. These internships are remote, flexible, and open to UNT students through the university’s partnership with Parker Dewey. You apply for individual projects that match your interests and availability, and each one helps you build your résumé and professional portfolio.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Internship hours can count towards school credit or community service
Dates: Interns can begin monthly and choose flexible hours (5–30 per week)
Application Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Open to students at all levels who are passionate about civic engagement and social justice.
The TurnUp Activism Remote Internship Program is a flexible, fully virtual opportunity where you join a national team of young people working on civic engagement and social justice. You contribute to voter registration drives, outreach campaigns, and research projects focused on issues like climate justice, reproductive rights, racial equity, and voting access. You also explore the history of activism and government systems to understand how policy change happens in practice. You choose your time commitment, anywhere from 5 to 30 hours per week and participate in grassroots organizing, public communication, and civic education.Â
Location: Several locations, including Dallas, TX
Stipend: Varies by internship
Dates: Most internships run 9–10 weeks during summer, though some full-time rotational programs begin in January or July.
Application Deadline: Varies by internship
Eligibility: Open to current undergraduate students. Specific programs may require coursework in finance, data analytics, or business, and strong communication and leadership skills.
The Wells Fargo Undergraduate Internship Program – Dallas Area offers law-adjacent experience through departments like Audit, Corporate Risk, Business Risk Control, and Regulatory Oversight. You work on real-time decision-making, compliance assessments, and policy evaluation while gaining insight into how legal frameworks shape financial operations. You receive structured training, mentorship, and exposure to risk management and regulatory strategy. Interns are selected based on academic achievement, communication skills, and interest in law, business, or finance.Â
Location: Location preferences are not always guaranteed, but are taken into account
Cost: Free. Interns receive GS-4Â pay
Dates: June – August
Application Deadline: March 5 (tentative)
Eligibility: Undergraduate students between their junior and senior years, as well as graduate students who are U.S. citizens, attend an accredited university/college, have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, and can pass all the FBI employment background investigation requirements
The FBI Honors Internship Program is a paid opportunity where you work alongside professionals at the nation’s top law enforcement agency. You contribute to federal investigations and intelligence operations while building research, analytical, and communication skills. You may be placed in a field office like Dallas and work on projects related to criminal justice, cybercrime, national security, or legal analysis. The internship runs for ten weeks in the summer and can lead to full-time employment after graduation.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Varies by package
Dates: Internships are available year-round, with flexible start dates
Application Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Students who are enrolled in or have graduated from a degree program. Some roles may have specific requirements
The CareerUp Remote Law Internship Program connects you with law firms and legal teams through short-term, project-based roles you complete virtually. You attend client meetings, assist with case management, and contribute to legal research and writing. You also gain experience in document review, compliance support, and firm operations while building a strong portfolio of work. Internships are customized to your interests and may include placements in corporate law, criminal defense, intellectual property, or family law.Â
One other option—the Lumiere Research Scholar Program
If you’re interested in pursuing independent research, consider applying to one of the Lumiere Research Scholar Programs, selective online high school programs for students founded with researchers at Harvard and Oxford. Last year, we had over 4,000 students apply for 500 spots in the program! You can find the application form here.
Also check out the Lumiere Research Inclusion Foundation, a non-profit research program for talented, low-income students. Last year, we had 150 students on full need-based financial aid!
Stephen is one of the founders of Lumiere and a Harvard College graduate. He founded Lumiere as a PhD student at Harvard Business School. Lumiere is a selective research program where students work 1-1 with a research mentor to develop an independent research paper.
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