Construction Professional and Zoning Compliance Legal Intern

At the NYC Department of Buildings, we are responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. As an Agency, we are committed to remaining a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. As an employer, we are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable, and transparent.

About The Team

The Construction Professional and Zoning Compliance Unit, which encompasses the Licensee Disciplinary Unit, the Padlock and Signs Unit, and the Special Enforcement Team, is seeking an extern starting in January 2025. This program provides first-hand experience in understanding the legal processes involved in investigating, adjudicating, and enforcing violations concerning construction, occupancy, zoning, or maintenance issues found in the NYC Administrative Code, Construction Codes, Zoning Resolution, and the New York State Multiple Dwelling Law.

NOTE: This summer internship is for up to 13 weeks, starting from the first day of the internship and ending no later than September 5, 2025. Interns are expected to work 35 hours per week in person.

Position Responsibilities

• Under the direction and supervision of the Administrative Litigation Counsel, the Legal Construction Professional and Zoning Compliance Legal Intern will:
• Shadow attorneys for remote court appearances.
• Participate in investigative interviews.
• Conduct research of case law and City Codes.
• Assist in drafting of legal documents and memos.
  
  

Major/ Field Of Study

• Open to second- and third-year law school students
  
  

Demonstrated interest in one or more of the following areas:

• Public Service and Government Law
• Litigation and Administrative Law
• Investigative and Enforcement Procedures
• Construction and Zoning Regulations
  
  

SUMMER GRADUATE INTERN - 10232

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in an accredited college, university or law school.

Preferred Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.