Summer Internship as Clerks at Ystad District Court

Every day, hundreds of cases and matters are decided in courts across Sweden. Our organization consists of employees with various competencies, each of whom is significant in maintaining legal certainty and high quality at all levels. We offer you a stimulating and varied job in an exciting environment.

About Us

Ystad District Court is a court with about 40 employees. The court is centrally located in Ystad with good communications to nearby towns such as Malmö and Lund. The court handles criminal cases, civil cases, and other court matters. Ystad District Court strives to be perceived as a modern court that values a good working environment, a positive approach both internally and externally, and a high level of service.

Job Description

Are you a law student looking to gain practical experience in court work? Are you considering a future in the legal system? Then you are welcome to apply for a summer clerk position at Ystad District Court.

Ystad District Court is now looking for three summer clerks. The positions will last for about six weeks each, spread over the months of June, July, and August.

The tasks of the summer clerk largely correspond to those performed by newly hired clerks at the court. You will see how practical court work is conducted and gain insight into the daily court operations, as well as general training in legal analysis and methodology.

You will primarily be responsible for taking minutes during both criminal and civil court hearings, possibly writing draft judgments, conducting legal research, and to some extent preparing cases and matters. Other tasks that occur at the court may also be included in the work.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who is studying law with at least a few semesters remaining. You must have completed the criminal law and procedural law semester by the time the summer clerk position begins.

You should have good grades from your law studies. You are skilled in expressing yourself both in writing and orally. You are also responsible, engaged, and meticulous, with good analytical skills. You need to be able to organize and plan your work well.

To be considered for employment, you must meet high standards regarding judgment, security awareness, and suitability. This means that you stand up for democratic values and the governmental values that guide the operations of Swedish Courts. We place great importance on your personal qualities.

Previous experience in court work is an advantage.

Applications should include transcripts from completed courses in the law program as well as any other relevant certificates and diplomas.

In accordance with the court's hiring procedures, background checks will be conducted prior to employment.