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JOB POSTING NO.: AUD-1046

JOB TITLE: Legal Intern

MONTHLY SALARY: $4,000.00 - $5,000.00/mo.

POSTING DATE: January 8, 2025

CLOSING DATE: Until filled

HIRE DATE: JUNE 2, 2025

HOURS PER WEEK: 20 to 40

LOCATION: Austin, Texas (No satellite offices.)

NO. OF OPENINGS: 1

SPONSORSHIP: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED BY SAO’S LEGAL INTERN:

Gain exposure to the Texas legislative process, Texas state agencies, and Texas state government.
Analyze bills and summarize key legislative changes from the 89th Texas Legislative Session that impact agency operations and policies
Draft memoranda and reports to communicate the implications of new legislation to agency leadership and relevant departments
Assist in the revision and updating of agency policies to reflect statutory changes
Research legal precedents, guidelines, or best practices relevant to legislative updates
Collaborate with internal teams and departments
Assist in preparing training materials or presentations for agency staff on updated laws and policies

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Experience and Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited law school.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Interest in public sector law and legislative analysis
Effective communication skills
Previous experience in policy analysis or a government setting is a plus but not required.

The State Auditor’s Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Office.

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