Application Form for Students Wishing to Undertake

Application Form for Students Wishing to Undertake

Application form for students wishing to undertake

LWB420 Internship Program

Aim

The aim of this unit is to provide you with a real world experience through your supervised placement in a legal workplace in the public or community sector.

NAME:_____

STUDENT NUMBER: ______

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER:(Mobile)______

CONTACT E-MAIL:______

Application relates to :

Semester: 1 2, 1 & 2 (please circle)… Year: 2012

ARE YOU IN THE FINAL YEAR OF YOUR LAW DEGREE? (Preference will be given to students in their final year)

ARE YOU APPLYING FOR ADMISSION TO THE UNIT ON AN EQUITY BASIS?(Please indicate the basis and attach supporting evidence)

______

IMPORTANT

The quota list will be compiled by the following criteria in this priority:

  • Whether students have previously completed a QUT organised placement
  • merit (GPA)
  • for some placements, particular units successfully completed or specific criteria required by organisation
  • preference will be given generally to final year students
  • the student’s stated preference and objectives
  • One place will be available to a student on equity grounds(eg Q-Step, Disability)

PLEASE RETURN THIS COMPLETED FORM BYend week 10 of the previous semester.

PLEASE RETURN TO:Terri Healy

QUT, School of Law

GPO Box 2434

BRISBANE Q 4001

ORhand deliver to Level 4 Reception, ‘C’ Block, GP.

I consent to QUT providing a copy of my resume, academic record to the placement organisation.

Signature: ______

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PLEASE MARK YOUR PREFERENCES CLEARLY FROM 1 TO 10*

Director of Public Prosecutions(Cth)

QPILCH (Queensland Public Interest Law Clearing House)

Office of the Adult Guardian

Magistrates Court (Queensland)

Federal Magistrates Court

Land Court

Crime And Misconduct Commission

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service

Maritime Safety Queensland

Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT)

Department of Transport and Main Roads

Department of Environment and Resource Management

Office of the Information Commissioner

Office of Parliamentary Counsel

QCOMP

*All placements are subject to confirmation by the relevant department. Students may be offered a placement in an Organisation that is not on this list if such placement is subsequently secured by QUT and some placements may not be available every semester. Some Organisations may have particular requirements to be met by Applicants.

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INDICATE REASONS FOR NOMINATING YOUR FIRST THREE PREFERENCES

If you are nominating ATSILS as one of your placement preferences you should address these criteria:

  • Interest in criminal law or civil litigation
  • Commitment to social justice and cultural proficiency
  • Ability to communicate orally in clear English

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Information about placements

Director of Public Prosecutions

The Office of the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) is an independent prosecuting service established by the Parliament of Australia to prosecute alleged offences against Commonwealth law, and to deprive offenders of the proceeds and benefits of criminal activity. Students at this placement generally attend court, assist with case preparation and conduct research.

QPILCH (Queensland Public Interest Law Clearing House)

QPILCH is a not-for-profit community based legal organisation that coordinates the provision of pro bono legal services for individuals and community groups. QPILCH refers civil law cases that meet its guidelines to firms and barristers for free legal assistance. Students at this placement generally write case assessments that are used to determine whether applicants should be referred for free legal assistance and draft letters to applicants advising of the outcome.

Office of the Adult Guardian

The Adult Guardian is an independent statutory officer appointed to protect the rights and interests of adults who are not able to make decisions for themselves. These adults have impaired decision making capacity caused by intellectual or psychiatric disability, dementia, acquired brain injury or temporary impairment such as delirium or unconsciousness.

Magistrates Court (Queensland)

The Magistrates Court is the first level of the Queensland Courts system and most criminal and civil cases are first in this court. Students at this placement generally attend in court sitting at the Associate’s bench and complete other tasks as requested by the Magistrate.

Land Court

The Land Court is a specialised judicial tribunal established under the Land Court Act 2000. Itis constituted under the Act to hear and determine matters relating to valuation and natural resource issues. Students at this placement generally undertake research, attend court hearings and alternative dispute resolution sessions and draft various legal documents.

Crime and Misconduct Commission

The CMC investigates police and public sector misconduct, as well as organised and major crime. It offers a range of services including research, advice, intelligence and surveillance. Students at this placement are generally a major research project by the CMC.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service

The Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (Qld South) Ltd is a non-profit, community based Indigenous organisation responsible to the community for the provision of legal representation in areas of criminal, civil and family law. Students at this placement generally attend court, assist in providing defences to clients, undertake research and draft various legal documents and letters.

Department of Environment and ResourceManagement

The Department of Environment and Resource Managementhandles some of the most complex issues facing Queensland, including securing water for the future, managing land use, meeting the challenges of climate change, and conserving the state’s natural and cultural heritage. Legal services provides legal advice and support in relation to these functions. It manages all common law litigation on behalf of the Department and provides legal advice on matters including: agreements with the Commonwealth government, local authorities and public intuitions, administrative law, contracts, insurance, native title and legislative review.

Office of the Information Commissioner

The Office of the Information Commissioner is Queensland’s independent body established to promote access to government-held information; and protect people’s personal information held by government. Students at this placement generally undertake research, meet with Review Officers and assist with preparation of various legal documents.

QCOMP

Q-COMP oversees the Queensland workers' compensation scheme. Students at this placement generally attend court and tribunal hearings, assist with preparation of various legal documents and undertake research.

Department of Transport and Main Roads

TMR manages Queensland's integrated transport environment. TMR offers a number of placement opportunities and students may be involved in commercial contracting, general advice or dispute resolution.

Federal Magistrates Court

The Federal Magistrates Court is the first level of the Federal Court system and its jurisdiction includes family law and child support, administrative law, admiralty law, bankruptcy, copyright, industrial law and human rights.

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