Legal Intern Job at Texas State Auditor's Office, Austin, TX

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  • Texas State Auditor's Office
  • Austin, TX

Job Description

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JOB POSTING NO.: AUD-1046

JOB TITLE : Legal Intern

MONTHLY SALARY : $4,000.00 - $5,000.00/mo.

POSTING DATE : January 8, 2025

CLOSING DATE : Until filled

HIRE DATE : JUNE 2, 2025

HOURS PER WEEK : 20 to 40

LOCATION : Austin, Texas (No satellite offices.)

NO. OF OPENINGS : 1

SPONSORSHIP: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED BY SAO'S LEGAL INTERN:
  • Gain exposure to the Texas legislative process, Texas state agencies, and Texas state government.
  • Analyze bills and summarize key legislative changes from the 89th Texas Legislative Session that impact agency operations and policies.
  • Draft memoranda and reports to communicate the implications of new legislation to agency leadership and relevant departments.
  • Assist in the revision and updating of agency policies to reflect statutory changes.
  • Research legal precedents, guidelines, or best practices relevant to legislative updates.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and departments.
  • Assist in preparing training materials or presentations for agency staff on updated laws and policies.
GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Experience and Education
Currently enrolled in an accredited law school.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Interest in public sector law and legislative analysis.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Previous experience in policy analysis or a government setting is a plus but not required.
The State Auditor's Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Office. Texas State Auditor's Office

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