Law Student - Government in Boston, MA

Government

Boston, MA

Law Student - Government in Boston, MA

Law Student

No

Legal Internship, Spring

Job Title:
Legal Internship

Job Responsibilities:
The Legal Internship Program offers students the opportunity to engage with the **Members Only** during the spring semesters. Interns will be placed in various bureaus and divisions, including but not limited to the Health Care and Fair Competition Bureau and the Antitrust Division. The responsibilities of legal interns may vary depending on the division they are assigned to. However, general duties include:

- Assisting in the enforcement of antitrust laws to protect consumers, state agencies, and businesses.
- Participating in policy initiatives and promoting legislation that supports competition.
- Engaging in legal research and drafting legal briefs for ongoing antitrust cases.
- Supporting the divisions in investigating anti-competitive mergers, price-fixing agreements, and other illegal practices.
- Contributing to the coordination efforts of divisions involved with Massachusetts's health care sector and charities.

Education and Experience Information:
The Legal Internship Program is specifically designed for individuals who are currently enrolled in law school. It is important to note that individuals who have already completed law school are not eligible for this program. The program seeks candidates who are actively pursuing their legal education and are interested in gaining practical experience within a governmental legal setting.

Salary Information:
The internship positions offered through the Legal Internship Program are unpaid. Candidates should be aware of this when applying, as they will not receive financial compensation for their participation in the program.

Additional Information:
The internship positions are offered on a case-by-case basis, depending on the needs and requests of the individual divisions within the **Members Only**. Applicants interested in the program should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their areas of interest and availability to the Legal Intern Coordinator via email. The selection process involves a review of application materials, and if a division can accommodate the request, candidates will be contacted directly for an interview.

For more information about the various bureaus and divisions within the Attorney General’s Office, prospective interns are encouraged to visit the official website.