Law Clerk, School Law Fall 2026

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 320,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 44,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. Aligned with our transformed philosophy, we are steadfastly focused on ensuring that the District provides resources equitably to support every student, every school, and every community. Six core values guide the work we do every day for our students – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. Each role in the District supports our vision that every student deserves a rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experience. The Law Clerk represents the Board of Education in the prosecution of expulsion hearings for students alleged to have violated the Chicago Public Schools Student Code of Conduct. In addition to prosecuting expulsion hearings, law clerks may represent the Board in other types of administrative hearings and do legal research for the School Law Unit. This position is that of a miscellaneous employee, thus no benefits are provided. This clerkship is an externship that is part-time and temporary in nature.This is an unpaid externship designed in partnership with local law schools for class credit. This role is part-time and temporary in nature. The ideal candidate will be able to commit approximately 12 - 14 weeks; Fall term approximate dates: 9/21/26 - 12/11/26 and Spring term approximate dates: 1/4/27 - 5/21/27.

Job Summary

The Law Clerk will be held accountable for the following responsibilities: Review, analyze, prepare, and present evidence and witnesses for administrative hearings Prepare and conduct opening and closing statements during administrative hearings Describe the expectations of the administrative hearin