Department of Labor
State Office Campus, Building 12Albany or NYC , NY 12240
E-Mail: Labor.sm.personnel.jva@labor.ny.gov
Phone: (518) 457-1020
Division/Unit: Counsel's Office
Web Site:
http://www.labor.ny.gov
Counsel's Office Intern (ID: 109446) for Summer 2023
Agency/Facility
Albany or NYC , NY 12240
E-Mail: Labor.sm.personnel.jva@labor.ny.gov
Phone: (518) 457-1020
Proposal Information
Description:
The law student intern will have an opportunity to understand the role of legal counsel in a large state agency. Under the general direction of staff attorneys, the law student intern will:
*Prepare and assist in the preparation of legal documents, forms, and correspondence;
*Conduct legal research;
*Review and analyze materials related to contracts, proposed or pending legislation, Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests, hearings and enforcement actions, litigations, and other legal matters;
*Compile and organize documentation, including documentation related to contracts, litigations, legislation, regulations, and hearings;
*Assist attorneys on large projects, including hearings and contract negotiations; and
*Other duties as assigned.
Skills:
Strong Written Skills
Strong Verbal Communication Skills
Strong Analytical Skills
Strong Critical Thinking Skills
Strong Problem Solving Skills
Internship Areas: Legal Specialties
Logistical Information
Payment? Paid
Number of Hours: 10 - 19
Location: Albany
Number of Interns Needed: 1
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing 3rd Year Law Student
Minimum Standing: 1st Year Law Student
Degree Concentrations: Legal Studies, Liberal Arts