What to include in your application

The 2026–2027 PRL Summer Clerkship advertisement is now closed.

Please keep a watch on this page in July-August 2027 for 2027-2028 PRL Summer Clerkship application dates.

Candidates must be currently studying a law degree, whether an undergraduate Bachelor of Laws or postgraduate Juris Doctor or a recent graduate.

The successful candidate will also demonstrate:

• a strong academic record
• well-developed legal research and writing skills
• strong communication and interpersonal skills, and
• a demonstrated interest in law reform and policy development.

Your application must include:

1. A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the 2 targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:
   • Why are you interested in a legal policy role at DCJ?
   • Clerks often need to research complex legal or policy concepts. How would you approach researching a complex concept, and communicating your findings to a colleague?
2. Your resume (maximum 3 pages)
3. Your academic record (unofficial record is acceptable).
4. Your availability between specified dates.

For more information, see:

• The iworkfornsw guide on how to write an application for the NSW Public Service
• Public Service Commission Capability Framework.