Open Law Student and Recent Graduate Programs and Opportunities
NLF Community Law Fellowship
The NAPABA Law Foundation Community Law Fellowship Program requires a two-year commitment from the Fellow and Host Organization, which runs from September 2026 through August 2028. Earlier start dates might be possible for certain applicants (e.g., judicial clerks, recent law grads) provided that the total Fellowship does not exceed 24 months.
The NAPABA Law Foundation Community Law Fellowship Program provides funds directly to the Host Organization for the Fellowship, including a salary of $60,000 per year with a $10,000 payment to the Fellow upon completion of the Fellowship. The Host Organization shall be the employer of the Fellow and will be responsible for providing health and fringe benefits.
Important Dates & Deadlines
July 10, 2025 The 2026-28 application is available
December 1, 2025 One-page Prospectus and Resume due by 5 pm ET (Optional)
December 31, 2025 Prospectus feedback sent to interested applicants
February 15, 2026 Application due by 5pm ET
Feb. – March, 2026 Interviews begin for selected candidates
April 2026 Fellowship awarded
September 2026 Community Law Fellow begins service
Han C. Choi Scholarship
The NAPABA Law Foundation has partnered with the Choi Family to create the Han C. Choi Scholarship, to honor a NAPABA Trailblazer, mentor and leader, who embodies grit and courage in the face of great adversity. The Scholarship Fund will benefit a 1L or 2L law student who exhibits academic excellence, leadership, volunteerism, mentorship experience, and demonstrates an interest in AAPI civic issues. Special consideration will also be given to applicants who have been adversely affected by cancer (as a survivor, or family member of a victim or survivor).
Award Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 20, 2026, 5 pm ET
Please review the online application instructions prior to submitting an application. The Han C. Choi Scholarship recipient must be able to accept the award in person at the GAPABA Gala, May 21, 2026 in Atlanta, GA.
Fred T. Korematsu Summer Fellowship
In partnership with the Fred T. Korematsu Institute, NLF will be accepting applications for the Fred T. Korematsu Summer Fellowship Program. The program will provide $6,000 to a law student for a meaningful summer internship at a public interest organization. The fellow will work to further Fred T. Korematsu's legacy as a civil rights pioneer. Initial funding was provided by Parkin Lee and The Rockefeller Group.
Eligibility: You must be a rising 2L or 3L during Summer 2024.
Deadline: March 20, 2026 - 5 pm ET
SAIL Scholarship
The SAIL Scholarship is a scholarship awarded to an individual who will be a 2L student starting in the 2026 Fall Semester (current 1L students should apply) who has outstanding professional promise and leadership potential. Applicants will be evaluated for (a) academic excellence in their undergraduate school years and first year of law school, (b) leadership experience, (c) volunteerism or service in the public interest, (d) knowledge of social and cultural issues of any one or more AAPI communities or commitment to making a significant impact on issues affecting one or more AAPI communities, or both, and (e) commitment to “pay it forward.”
The SAIL Scholarship is made possible due to the generosity of Sharon and Ivan Fong.
Award Amount: $7,500 split equally over 2 years. First disbursement will be in August of the second year of law school. Subject to the Scholar’s continued (i) strong academic performance and good character; and (ii) dedication to the concepts set forth in scholarship, the second disbursement will be in August of the third year of law school.
Deadline: June 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm ET
Before applying, please review the Frequently Asked Questions to understand SAIL Scholarship requirements and expectations.