Legal Intern (Clerk Iii)

The intern selected for this position will gain knowledge in the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, legal processes, and other hands-on legal experience.

This 6-week internship position performs routine (journey-level) clerical work for the Legal Services Division. Work involves legal research, preparation of contested cases, assisting in processing of open records requests, and related tasks.
General Description:
Performs complex (journey-level) legal research and analysis work. Work involves examining, preparing, and evaluating legal documents, conducting legal research, and providing assistance to agency attorneys. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions:
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):
(25%) Advises agency staff on legal matters and on the interpretation and application of agency laws and regulations.
(25%) Provides legal research and consultation to Executive Management, General Counsel and programs on legal matters, on the interpretation and application of agency regulations, and state and federal laws.
(25%) Prepares and organizes legal documents, briefs, correspondence, and reports.
(20%) Assists with agency responses to open records requests.
(5%) Performs related work as assigned.
MQs, KSA, License/Certifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or enrolled in an accredited law school or graduated from an accredited law school with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Completion of a minimum of 4 semesters of law school.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Legal employment experience (law clerk, paralegal, legal assistant, etc.).
• Experience in research and case discovery.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of office procedures; of spelling, punctuation, grammar, and arithmetic; and of business or program terminology, methods, and procedures.
• Skill in using a personal computer and office equipment.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports, and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work as a team member.

Registration, Certification or Licensure:

• Must Be Able to Present a Copy of College Transcripts.
• Possess a valid Texas driver's license.

Physical Requirements/Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements and/or Working Conditions:
This position functions in a standard office environment. Must be able to move about the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information via telephone, computer and in person. Must be able to perform repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Must be able to work with overlapping deadlines. Required to work as a team member, and work with sensitive and confidential information.
This position is required to work in the office at least two days a week, however it is eligible for a hybrid teleworking schedule after initial training is conducted and the candidate has demonstrated competency and the ability to work independently. For teleworking, you must have a secure, dedicated workspace with internet service, ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule, and be available for meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and other applications during regular business hours.
Military Occupational Specialist (mos) Code:
Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:

For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions