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Legal Research Intern — School of Law

Copperbelt University · 🇿🇲 Kitwe, Zambia · Onsite · ZMW8,000 - ZMW15,000/year

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Position Overview

Location: 🇿🇲 Kitwe, Zambia

Compensation: ZMW8,000 - ZMW15,000/year

Position: Junior

Type: Internship

Practice Area: Corporate Law

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 19, 2026

Deadline: May 18, 2026

Internship Description

The Copperbelt University School of Law in Kitwe offers research internships for LLB students interested in academic legal research, law reform analysis and community legal education. This is an excellent opportunity to build research skills while contributing to legal scholarship in Zambia.

Duration: 3 months
Stipend: Unpaid
Eligibility: 3rd or 4th year LLB students at CBU or other recognised universities
Start: January or June intake

Responsibilities

Assist faculty with legal research projects and publications
Compile case law summaries and statutory analysis
Support community legal education clinics in Kitwe
Prepare research papers for submission to law journals

Requirements

Enrolled in 3rd or 4th year LLB at a recognised Zambian university
Strong research and academic writing skills
Interest in law reform, constitutional law or commercial law research

Perks & Benefits

Legal internship experience, Professional mentorship, Career development, Academic credit opportunities

Compensation

ZMW8,000 - ZMW15,000/year

Practice Area

Corporate Law

Application Contact

Contact: Copperbelt University Internship Coordinator

Application Deadline

May 18, 2026

Employment Type

Intern