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Paralegal

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$25.50 - $33.16/hr

... Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges ... The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa ...

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This position is ideal for a pre-law student, law student, legal assistant, or trained paralegal ... Summer 2026 applicants are encouraged to apply * Longer-term opportunities may be available ...

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This position is ideal for a pre-law student, law student, legal assistant, or trained paralegal ... Summer 2026 applicants are encouraged to apply * Longer-term opportunities may be available ...

... paralegals, secretaries, and other legal administrative staff * associate mentors who serve as ... Weintraub Tobin looks for second-year (2L) law students willing to work in our Sacramento office ...

... paralegals, secretaries, and other legal administrative staff * associate mentors who serve as ... Weintraub Tobin looks for second-year (2L) law students willing to work in our Sacramento office ...

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How much do summer paralegal student jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer paralegal student in the United States is $59,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Paralegal Student vs Paralegal?

AspectSummer Paralegal StudentParalegal
CredentialsTypically enrolled in a law-related program, some may have completed courseworkUsually holds a paralegal certificate or degree
Work EnvironmentTemporary, internship-like setting during summer; supervised by attorneysFull-time or part-time, permanent or temporary roles in law firms or legal departments
Employer & Industry UsageLaw firms, legal departments, government agencies during summer internshipsLaw firms, corporations, government agencies, legal service providers

The Summer Paralegal Student role is typically a temporary internship for students gaining legal experience, whereas a Paralegal is a more permanent position requiring specific credentials. Both roles work in similar environments and industries, but the Summer Paralegal Student is often a stepping stone for future paralegal careers.

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Infographic showing various Summer Paralegal Student job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 87% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 2% Contract, 6% Nights, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 80% Physical, 11% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,731 per year, or $28.7 per hour.
2026 Summer Paralegal Intern

2026 Summer Paralegal Intern

Center For Disability & Elder Law

Chicago, IL • On-site

Other

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Center for Disability & Elder Law

Paralegal
Hybrid Intern

The Center for Disability & Elder Law (CDEL) hosts Paralegal Interns each academic year. For Summer 2026, the Paralegal Intern will participate in a hybrid internship, which will include remote work and in-person work. CDEL will provide complete training and supervision of the student. Opportunities to participate may include participation in CDEL community clinics, workshops and help desks.

The internship is unpaid. CDEL works with schools offering externship credit and there may be funding options available for interns. CDEL will work with students and their advisors in setting up the internship.

Interns participate in various aspects of client files, including screening, intake and document review. In addition, assistance
with CDEL's community clinics, workshops and help desks may be components of the internship. The student will gain experience in the following practice areas and develop the stated skills:

Practice Areas

Skills

Estate planning

Guardianship

Housing

Collections

Family Law

Interviewing candidates for service

Document drafting

Document review

Administrative matters

Paralegal students interested in Elder Law, Disability Law, Estate Planning, Public Interest and Housing law are specifically encouraged to apply.

CDEL is an equal opportunity employer. We are a welcoming community that engages, encourages and empowers those who are members of underrepresented communities. We are a dedicated advocate for our clients who hold many diverse identities and experiences, across race, color, sex, age, religion, class, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge, source of income, housing status and gender identity. We believe that these communities must be centered
in the work we do. Hence, we encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized and underrepresented communities to apply for this position.
We also encourage you to read our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement available on our website.

Applications are considered as they are received.