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Reference #: 4515805 THE POSITION Are you a second year or third year law student who has acquired a special interest in anti-discrimination laws? If so, the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) is excited to welcome a talented Legal Intern to provide essential legal administrative support to our dedicated team of attorneys. This internship is for the 2024 summer session and is expected to run late May 2024 through August 2024. This role offers an exciting opportunity to assist attorneys with various legal tasks and assignments. If you have a passion for the legal field and want to contribute your expertise, do not miss out on joining PHRC's dynamic team. Apply now and embark upon a fulfilling career in the legal profession!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Legal Intern, you will be primarily responsible for preparing and examining legal documents and files for the Appellate Court and providing varied support to the Office of Chief Counsel. This role will require you to handle litigation documents for multiple counties and access confidential information. This internship affords the opportunity to draft numerous documents, review incoming correspondence, and provide administrative assistance to attorneys in different offices. Furthermore, you will inform attorneys about upcoming trials, settlements, and hearing commitments, and prepare legal documents in the appropriate formats for court and administrative proceedings.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time Internship, 37.5 hours per week. May 2024 through August 2024. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Note: You may have the option to work in-person or hybrid, depending on the needs of both the intern and the office. Some level of reporting in-person is required. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Internship Requirements: Current enrollment in an accredited law degree program, with first course of evidence. Third year applicants preferred.

Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher).

Pennsylvania residency or enrollment at a Pennsylvania college or university. Working knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.

Additional Requirements: You must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualification (not required):

Third year applicant enrolled in an accredited law degree program. Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

You must pass a background investigation. How to Apply:

Your application must include a resume. You must attach a resume to your application for review by the hiring manager.  However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptab e. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, gotowww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.