7623
Spring 2026
Public Interest Field Placement
All students must read theRules for Supervised Field Placements before registering.
This course provides an opportunity for students to work with and learn from lawyers in government agencies and 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations. Students who have already secured field placements in the public interest sector may enroll after receiving instructor approval. The instructor and student may also work together to identify suitable host organizations.
Students must complete an online application form in order to register for a Topical Field Placement course AFTER obtaining pre-approval from the faculty advisor. The registration form is at this link: Topical Field Placement Form.
Instructors
Amanda Furst
Assistant Dean and Chief of Staff
Shana Tomenes
Adjunct: General Curriculum
Syllabus
Course Information
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Public Interest Field PlacementCredits
1-3
Prerequisites
JD students only
Graduation Requirements
Experiential Learning
Subject / Concentration
Public Law
Student year
J.D. - 2L/3L (Upper Division)
Grade base
S/N
Course type
Field Work
* Indicates Concentration