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Law Internship for Democracy and Justice in Cape Town

by: Magister South Africa Student & Volunteer Programs

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Leaning toward a career in law? This internship in Cape Town will help broaden your skills and knowledge of this field. You will intern at the XYZ, which has centers spread across South Africa. You will join the firm’s attorneys and candidate attorneys, who offer legal representation to the poor. The Centres focus specifically on criminal practice, responding to the need for democracy and justice. XYZ helps indigent residents to participate in the South African Justice System. They make sure the accused receives a fair trial and offers easy access to legal representation, which is provided even to the poorest. They also fight for the rights of children, representing clients in juvenile courts. As an intern for this firm, you will become involved with their operations, from funding candidate attorneys to defending women and children’s rights. You will gain wide exposure in the field of law while helping lawyers provide aid in various areas - e.g. criminal cases, divorce cases, labor disputes, etc.

Program Highlights

Develop practical skills and knowledge while completing an internship at a law firm in Cape Town.

Acquire practical learning on different legal areas, such as criminal and children’s rights.

Gain exposure to various aspects of legal representation, from discussions with the client to appearances in court.

Get the chance to appear in court together with a lawyer.

Gain an insight into the justice system of South Africa.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Cape Town, South Africa
Starts At: Less than $100
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundIntern Duration:
  • Summer
  • Winter
  • Short Term
  • Spring
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1 Year
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Law
Guidelines:
  • American
  • European
  • Canadian
  • Australian
  • South African
  • Kiwi
  • All Nationalities
  • Asian
  • British
  • Irish
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Last Updated: Jul 20, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Cape Town, South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Law

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Intern Duration:
  • Summer
  • Winter
  • Short Term
  • Spring
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1 Year

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Starts At

Less than $100

Program Cost Includes

  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • International SIM Card
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Training
  • Assistance Booking Travel
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
  • Academic Credit
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Certificate of Completion

Refund Policy

Full Refund

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Letters of Reference
  • Resume

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