Teams at Committee for Public Counsel Services

Provides frontline technical support to agency staff by phone, email, remote access, and in person. Troubleshoots desktops, peripherals, software, printers, networks, VPNs, servers, hardware, and mobile devices; installs and upgrades technology; images and repairs computers; removes viruses; and supports approximately 20 field offices. The role also identifies technology improvements and leads or supports special IT projects. Travel throughout Massachusetts may comprise up to 40% of working hours.

Unpaid law student internship supporting public defenders in adult felony and misdemeanor cases. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting motions and memoranda, reviewing evidence, interviewing clients and witnesses, observing court proceedings, and assisting with arraignment, bail, and pretrial motion advocacy when certified under SJC Rule 3:03. Interns receive intensive training and work under attorney supervision while maintaining client confidentiality.

Spring 2027 legal interns will support attorneys, investigators, and social workers representing children and parents in family regulation and Child Requiring Assistance cases. Responsibilities include client interviews and home visits, case investigation, service advocacy, negotiation, legal research and writing, discovery and case-file review, education-related advocacy, and possible Juvenile Court appearances if certified. Interns must maintain client confidentiality and demonstrate commitment to zealous advocacy and constitutional rights.