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    by World Scholars Academy

    An online law research internship focused on contemporary legal issues, collaborative analysis, and a coauthored academic paper submitted for publication.

    Last verified: 1 Sept 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
    Law Internships

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    Law Research Internship at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    No prior law background required

    Age range / Year group

    15-18

    Location / Region

    Online

    Cost

    $2395

    Duration

    Four weeks

    Format

    100% live online

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Law & justice

    Language: English, above CEFR C1

    Sessions / cadence: 4 x 3-hour Sundays; 3+ independent hours weekly

    Mentor model: Expert mentor; maximum 6 students

    Assessment style: Assigned work and coauthored paper

    Main deliverable / output: Paper submitted for publication

    Certificate: Official certificate of completion

    Latest verified cycle: July 2026

    Law Research Internship summary

    Students explore contemporary legal questions through academic reading, case analysis, original research, and collaborative discussion.

    The central output is a coauthored scholarly paper developed with close support from an expert mentor and submitted for publication.

    It suits students seeking a demanding introduction to legal research rather than a workplace-shadowing or court-based internship.

    What is Law Internships?

    Law Internships are online academic research programs run by World Scholars Academy. Students investigate contemporary legal issues including jurisprudence, political economy, antitrust law, government censorship, and topic-specific questions such as greenwashing.

    The experience combines live small-group instruction, mentor guidance, critical reading, case and regulatory analysis, and original research. Participants work with fellow interns to coauthor a scholarly paper for submission to World Scholars Review or another legal journal.

    Why Succeed highlights Law Research Internship

    • The internship gives students a concrete research process rather than a passive introduction to law.

    • A maximum group size of six supports closer mentor contact and meaningful collaboration.

    • Students engage with cases, regulation, corporate reports, and academic commentary on a current legal issue.

    • The coauthored paper creates a substantial academic output with a stated route to journal submission.

    • Live sessions are reinforced by independent project work each week.

    Who is Law Research Internship for?

    Best for

    Curious students who want structured legal research, close mentor support, collaborative writing, and a substantial academic output.

    Not ideal if

    You want courtroom observation, legal workplace experience, flexible attendance, or a program with little independent work.

    Is Law Research Internship worth it?

    This internship may be worthwhile for a student who wants to test whether they enjoy academic legal research and collaborative scholarly writing. The small group, expert mentorship, and publication-focused paper provide a clearer outcome than a broad introductory webinar.

    The limitation is that this is an academic online experience, not employment or in-person legal practice. The fee is substantial and nonrefundable, so families should weigh the research output and required weekly workload against lower-cost independent projects or subject courses.

    A practical overview of cost, time commitment, provider details, student outcomes and online support to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    $2395; includes 100% live instruction, Personalized support from an expert mentor, Maximum class size of six students, Coauthored paper submitted for publication, Official certificate of completion, Entry into the WSR Best Review Award.

    Dates and time commitment

    Four weeks; 4 x 3-hour Sundays; 3+ independent hours weekly.

    Provider details

    Review the World Scholars Academy provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    What the student gains

    Potential output: The main output is a coauthored legal research paper submitted for publication.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.

    Online support and safeguarding

    Instruction is 100% live, and groups have no more than six students. Participants work collaboratively with peers and receive close personalized mentor support.

    What to check before committing

    Confirm current dates, session schedule, payment terms, cancellation rules, support expectations and what output or certificate is included with the provider.

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    How much preparation does Law Research Internship need?

    Effort level

    High.

    Best started

    Begin four to six weeks before a future cohort starts to prepare the application, payment, reading habits, and weekly schedule.

    Main challenge

    Turning complex legal and academic material into an original collaborative argument.

    Typical preparation

    • Read a short legal judgment or academic article and summarize its central argument.

    • Practice distinguishing evidence, interpretation, and opinion in a current legal debate.

    • Reserve time for every live session and at least three additional weekly work hours.

    Useful if

    You can read critically, contribute reliably, and accept detailed mentor feedback.

    What do students do on Law Research Internship?

    Students move from understanding a contemporary legal problem to producing a collaborative research paper with mentor guidance.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Explore the legal and ethical dimensions of the selected research topic.

    2. 2

      Review academic literature, real-world cases, regulation, and relevant corporate material.

    3. 3

      Develop a research question and evaluate competing arguments with peers.

    4. 4

      Conduct original research and complete assigned work between live sessions.

    5. 5

      Coauthor and revise a scholarly paper for journal submission.

    Law Research Internship dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    July 2026 cohort

    5 July-26 July 2026

    Live sessions were held on Sundays: 5, 12, 19 and 26 July.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Ages 15-18

    • No prior law background required

    • No prior environmental science background required

    • English proficiency above CEFR C1

    • Attendance expected at all four sessions

    • At least three independent work hours weekly

    • Satisfactory assigned work required for authorship

    How much does Law Research Internship cost?

    Program fee

    $2395

    What's included

    100% live instruction, Personalized support from an expert mentor, Maximum class size of six students, Coauthored paper submitted for publication, Official certificate of completion, Entry into the WSR Best Review Award

    How to apply to Law Research Internship

    1. 1

      Open the World Scholars Academy enrollment form.

    2. 2

      Select Internship, then choose the relevant subject, course, and dates.

    3. 3

      Complete the requested applicant details and personal statement.

    4. 4

      Submit the application for discretionary review.

    5. 5

      After written acceptance, pay the full fee to confirm the place.

    Learning format

    The internship uses 100% live online instruction in a group of no more than six students. Each week combines a three-hour Sunday session with at least three hours of independent project work, supported by an expert mentor.

    Students who miss a session receive a project update and additional catch-up work.

    Mentorship and feedback

    • Close personalized support from an expert mentor

    • Maximum cohort size of six students

    • Mentor guidance throughout the research process

    • Collaborative paper development with peers

    • Project updates and assigned catch-up work after absences

    • Satisfactory work required for named authorship

    Time-zone considerations

    • Sunday sessions ran from 11am-2pm PT.
    • The same sessions ran from 2pm-5pm ET.
    • All four live sessions require planned attendance.
    • Missed sessions require additional catch-up work.

    Assessment style

    Progress is assessed through participation, assigned research work, mentor-guided paper development, and satisfactory completion rather than a stated examination.

    • Complete assigned research work
    • Contribute to collaborative analysis
    • Develop and revise the coauthored paper
    • Meet the standard required for authorship
    • Participate appropriately in live sessions

    Portfolio and outputs

    Main deliverable / output

    The main output is a coauthored legal research paper submitted for publication.

    • Coauthored academic research paper

    • Submission to World Scholars Review or another legal journal

    • Official certificate of completion

    • Entry into the WSR Best Review Award

    Law Research Internship FAQs

    It is an online academic research internship. Students study a contemporary legal issue and collaboratively produce a scholarly paper rather than completing workplace shadowing.

    No. The published internship states that no prior background in law or environmental science is required.

    The wider law internship series includes jurisprudence, political economy, antitrust law, and government censorship. The verified July topic focused on greenwashing and its links to environmental law, consumer protection, and corporate regulation.

    Instruction is 100% live, and groups have no more than six students. Participants work collaboratively with peers and receive close personalized mentor support.

    Students are expected to complete at least three hours of project work each week outside the live contact hours.

    The student receives an update on project progress and additional work to make up for the absence. Attendance at all four sessions is still expected.

    Students coauthor an academic research paper for submission to World Scholars Review or another scholarly legal journal. Satisfactory completion of assigned work is required to be named as an author.

    No. World Scholars Academy's terms state that internship programs are not eligible for refunds.

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    • Terms & Conditions | World Scholars Academy
    • FAQs | World Scholars Academy
    • Enrollment | World Scholars Academy
    • Law Internships | World Scholars Academy

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