Summer Law Clerk

2026 Summer Law Clerk - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

The University of Alabama System is accepting applications for a summer law clerk position based in Tuscaloosa on the campus of The University of Alabama. This is an on-site position that can accommodate a full-time or part-time work schedule and is available for flexible start and end dates during the summer of 2026.

Minimum Qualifications
:

• Excellent legal research and analysis skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Education/Training/Experience
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• First-year law student currently attending an ABA‑accredited law school only.
• Strong academic record as an undergraduate and law student, with a preferred minimum GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
:

• Perform timely and effective legal research and writing.
• Assist University Counsel on projects or matters as needed.

Summer law clerks receive compensation of $30.00 per hour. This position is not benefits eligible.

Applications must be submitted online at  and shall include a letter of interest, resume, unofficial law school transcript and contact information for three references.

Background Investigation Statement
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Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre‑employment background investigation. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction before a hiring decision is made. The background investigation includes a Motor Vehicle Records Check.

Equal Employment Opportunity
:
The University of Alabama System is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected vets and individuals with disabilities.

Final date to receive applications
:
January 23, 2026