Applications for the Winter 2026 Health Law Internship close on October 31, 2025.
The Health Law Internship Program
Are you a current law student at the J.D., LL.B., or equivalent level interested in the intersections of health and the law? The O’Neill Institute welcomes law students from the United States and around the world to undertake paid internships. Interns work under leading health law experts, gain valuable expertise and professional skills, and contribute to cutting-edge work.
During their time at O’Neill Institute, interns may assist in the preparation of legal reports, perform legal research in matters relating to health issues, participate in health law meetings, colloquia and symposiums, and draft blog posts.
Past interns have worked on areas such as health and human rights, noncommunicable diseases, infectious diseases, and comparative health law and policy, such as responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. To read about our previous interns, click here.
Qualifications
- Current J.D. or L.L.B student
- Proficient in English
- Proficiency in Spanish, French and Portuguese is strongly desired
- Strong research skills (research experience preferred)
- Strong communications skills, both oral and written
- Detail-oriented and able to work well with little supervision
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Suite
How to Apply
Applicants are required to provide a resume, cover letter and a writing sample of no more than 10 pages, using our online form. Applications must be submitted by October 31, 2025.