The State of Indiana is seeking a Legal Intern for the summer of 2025 to join the Indiana Office of Administrative Law Proceedings (OALP) in Indianapolis, IN. This internship is open to current law school students and offers hands-on experience in legal research, case management, and administrative processes. As a Legal Intern, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of administrative law judges and legal assistants, gaining valuable knowledge and skills in the legal field. The State of Indiana is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and reasonable accommodations may be available for individuals with disabilities to complete the application process and perform essential job functions.
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H1 Heading: Join the State of Indiana as a Legal Intern with OALP
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Organization: State of Indiana
Department: Indiana Office of Administrative Law Proceedings (OALP)
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Salary: Starting at per hour for current undergraduate students and per hour for those with an earned bachelor's degree
Benefits: This is a seasonal position with a limited duration of 180 working days in an 11-month continuous period. Therefore, benefits are not included.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be available for individuals with disabilities to complete the application process.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal support to attorneys and legal divisions
- Conduct legal research under the direction of staff counsel or administrative law judge
- Attend depositions and hearings and assist with documentation processes
- Prepare, proofread, and process legal documents
- Handle correspondence with clients, witnesses, and court officials
- Assist with inquiries regarding current hearings
- Organize and plan hearing dates and secure hearing sites
- Maintain law libraries, database systems, documents, and case files
Qualifications:
- Current law school student
- Strong research and writing skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
- Competitive compensation
- Robust benefits package
- Commitment to work-life balance
- Opportunity to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers
About the Indiana Office of Administrative Law Proceedings (OALP):
- Established in 2020 as a central and independent hearings process for administrative cases
- Staff of administrative law judges (ALJs) and legal assistants (LAs)
- Mission to provide efficient, effective, and impartial adjudicatory processes for Indiana's citizens and agencies
- Hear cases for various state agencies, including FSSA, DCS, and BMV
A Day in the Life:
- Gain hands-on experience in legal research, case management, and administrative processes
- Work with a team of ALJs and LAs
- Attend pre-hearing conferences and evidentiary hearings
- Assist with rule promulgation, statutory and regulatory research, and the development of legal charts and guides
Application Process:
- Qualified individuals with disabilities may request accommodations by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department
- The State of Indiana is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace
Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable experience and make a real impact as a Legal Intern with the State of Indiana's Office of Administrative Law Proceedings. Apply now and join one of the largest employers in the state!
