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Law Student - Government in Washington, DC **

Legal Services Corporation Apr 28,2017 Feb 22,2017 Location Washington DC
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Government

Law Student

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

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Summer Internship (2017) Intern primary objectives of the internship are: Acquire a sound understanding of the importance of compliance oversight within the context of providing civil legal services pursuant to LSC funding; Build an academic and professional portfolio of work and writing samples; and Learn and implement effective professional attitudes and behaviors. The intern’s hours will be up to thirty-seven and one-half (37.5) hours per week. The internship will run from June through August 2017. Current undergraduate, graduate, and law school students can apply. Will exercise good judgment and be an effective problem-solver, intellectually curious, and committed to company’s mission to promote equal access to justice. A high degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required. The intern’s principal duties and responsibilities include:Drafting simple letters in response to information requests; Draft memorandum based on review of relevant documents; Reading reports and comments to assess if actions have been completed; Working with simple excel spreadsheets; Conduct internet-based research; Manage small projects from inception to completion; and General administrative functions. Note: This internship is paid hourly. Hourly rate is based on class year: $11.50-$14.50 for undergraduates and $15.50-$17.50 for graduate/law students.

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