What are the responsibilities and job description for the JAG Office Legal Intern (Summer 2025) position at State of North Carolina?
Are you a college student (or recent graduate) interested in legal research? If so, continue reading to learn more about this exciting internship opportunity.
This posting is for a part time Legal Administrative Intern (Summer 2025) with the JAG (Judge Advocate General) Office at the NC National Guard (NCNG) Headquarters located in Raleigh, NC. The NCNG is a division of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS). This Internship is expected to start on May 19, 2025 and last for 10 weeks, ending on July 25, 2025. The work schedule is part time, up to 30 hours per week Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. The rate of pay is $18.00 per hour.
The Legal Intern will assist the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate (JAG) in providing full spectrum legal services to The Adjutant General of the North Carolina National Guard, and the Joint Force Command Staff, and to Soldiers, Airmen, and their families.
The Legal Intern will research legal issues in the following areas: administrative law, contracts and fiscal law, criminal law, civilian personnel law, ethics, decedents’ estates, wills, and general legal assistance matters.
In addition, the intern will participate in Staff and client meetings, as well as provide assistance to Judge Advocates with briefings and development of legal opinions and advice.
A college transcript is required. Please attach an unofficial transcript to this application.
Please Note: The selected intern will need to provide a Letter of Recommendation from a professional reference or college advisor/professor.
Interns will be hired through Temporary Solutions which operates as the State’s temporary employment agency. As a temporary position there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.
About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS):
The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live, work and visit through effective law enforcement, juvenile justice programs, emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. State Government Application Resources | NC Office of Human Resources
[Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.]
To qualify for this position, applicants must demonstrate ALL of the following KSAs:
College coursework in law and/or basic legal or research experience.
This internship is for applicants currently pursuing a degree in Law or Pre-Law (preferred) but all majors will be considered. Recent graduates (within the last 6 months) will also be considered
Please attach an unofficial Transcript. A transcript is required to determine eligibility for this internship.
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.
Transcripts
- Degrees and transcripts must be received from appropriately accredited college or university.
- Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
- International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members.
Military Experience
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
- A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
- A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Tameka Judd (Program Manager, Talent Engagement and Internships) at 919- 219-4934 or Laura Holloway (Employment Consultant) at 919-457-1208.
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Salary : $37,440
