By: Scarlett Kang
This summer, I had the privilege of serving as a legal intern at Handong International Law School (HILS) in Pohang, South Korea. The internship provided me with an exceptional opportunity to observe legal education from an international perspective, assist with comparative legal research, and work alongside professors and students who are committed to integrating legal excellence with Christian values.
During my internship, my responsibilities included conducting legal research, reviewing legal authorities, assisting with academic projects, and supporting various research initiatives related to U.S. law and comparative legal issues. HILS also places a strong emphasis on exploring how artificial intelligence can be incorporated into the legal industry. I attended weekly meetings where faculty and students discussed emerging AI technologies and examined how these tools can be applied to legal research, legal writing, legal education, and future legal practice.
One of the most valuable aspects of the experience was observing how legal education can integrate academic excellence with Christian faith, ethics, and public service. HILS demonstrated that legal education is not only about developing technical legal skills, but also about cultivating integrity, humility, and a commitment to serving others through the law. I was especially encouraged by the way the HILS community connected legal training with Christian values and a broader sense of calling.
I gained a broader understanding of comparative law and the importance of lawyers who are capable of working across legal systems and cultures.
The internship also strengthened my long-term career goals. As someone interested in practicing law in both the United States and South Korea, this experience reinforced my desire to build expertise in comparative law and international legal practice while using my legal education to serve others faithfully and ethically.
My internship at Handong International Law School was one of the most rewarding experiences of my legal training. I am deeply grateful to Center for Global Justice for making this opportunity possible through its internship grant.
I would also like to express my sincere appreciation to the HILS faculty, staff, and students for their generosity, mentorship, and hospitality throughout my internship. Their encouragement created an environment where I was able to grow both professionally and personally.
This post was written by a student at Regent University School of Law. The views expressed in this post do not necessarily reflect those of Regent University, Regent Law School, or the Center for Global Justice.