Externship Program

Please Note:

We are no longer taking applications for
Spring 2010 Externships.
Please check back for the deadline
for Summer 2010 applications.

What is an Externship?

An externship is a learning experience outside of the classroom. You will earn credit by practicing law.

You can earn up to 10 academic credits by working in “field placements” for judges and practicing attorneys engaged in public interest law. However, the ABA prohibits payment for any externship work that earns credit toward graduation.

Externship placements, also called “field placements,” are available locally, across the state, and across the world.

• You may enroll in externships during fall, spring, and summer semesters.
• Placements are for one semester only, except in pre-arranged circumstances.
• You may enroll for a maximum of two semesters.
• You must be enrolled in, or have completed, 60 credits OR be an exceptional student who:
  • Has completed one year of law school
  • Possesses sufficient skills, as determined by the Externship director.
• Third-year students receive placement preference. Second-year students may be approved on a limited basis; criteria include grade point average and requested placement.

Looking for Volunteer or Paid Placement Opportunities?

Please contact Gonzaga Law's Career Services Office at (509) 313-3705