What is a mitigation intern?

Mitigation interns are students or recent graduates who assist experienced mitigation specialists, typically in legal or environmental settings. In a legal context, they help gather and evaluate information about clients to support defense teams, often focusing on factors that may reduce sentencing in criminal cases. Their duties may include conducting interviews, researching backgrounds, and preparing reports. In environmental roles, they might help assess environmental impacts and support conservation or restoration projects. These internships provide valuable hands-on experience and exposure to the complexities of mitigation work.