Whether planning for a career as a paralegal or preparing for law school, the Paralegal Studies program at SIU provides students with the tools necessary to succeed in the complex world of the legal system. Each faculty member is a licensed attorney who utilizes courtroom experience and hands on knowledge of the judicial system in their instruction. Paralegal Studies at SIU is an American Bar Association approved program and encourages training in organizational skills, critical thinking, written and oral communication skills and professional ethics.<br><br>The advanced internship course in the paralegal studies program provides students with the unique experience of gaining real-life, professional expertise during 150 required hours of internship work.<br> <br>Whether in a local law firm, corporation or government agency, the advanced internship is the ideal way to prepare for a rewarding paralegal career.