Role Title: Law and Aboriginal Land & Heritage Intern
Organisation: Yued Aboriginal Corporation
Internship Period: Summer (November - December)
Location: West Perth
The Student will be supervised by Rewi Lyall CEO who is a lawyer.
Yued Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a motivated Aboriginal law student to undertake a McCusker Centre for Citizenship internship, working alongside the CEO, a lawyer specialising in Aboriginal lands and heritage.
The intern will gain valuable exposure to legal matters affecting Aboriginal communities, with a focus on Aboriginal cultural heritage, land rights, agreements and contracts. Working under appropriate supervision, the intern may assist with legal research, reviewing relevant legislation and policies, preparing research summaries, and supporting the development and review of agreements and other legal documentation.
This internship offers an opportunity to develop practical legal research and analytical skills while gaining insight into the intersection of law, Aboriginal land interests, cultural heritage and community advocacy.
Yued Aboriginal Corporation works to represent and protect the rights and interests of Yued Noongar people, preserve their culture and heritage, care for Country, and build sustainable opportunities for future generations