Legal Intern

North Carolina Judicial Branch; North Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Office of the State Auditor offers a Legal Intern position in the Legal Affairs Division for Spring 2027 in the Raleigh office. The internship focuses on QA reviews, drafting memorandums, and legal research under supervision.

Ideal candidates are current 2L or 3L law students with a strong GPA, proficient in MS Office and LexisNexis/Westlaw, with an interest in government law and potential exposure to court proceedings.

Qualifications

• Current 2L or 3L with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient use of LexisNexis and/or Westlaw.
• Law review or journal experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation for quality assurance and accuracy.
• Draft legal memorandums to support ongoing matters.
• Assist in legal research and document preparation.
• Attend and observe court proceedings when applicable.

Skills

Law student (2L/3L)

MS Office proficiency

LexisNexis/Westlaw

Education

Law student status

Tools

LexisNexis/Westlaw

Job description

Agency

Division

Job Classification Title

Administrative Associate I (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC01

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

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Description of Work

Ever wondered how laws and policies shape the way government serves the public? Are you interested in learning how a General Counsel supports a government agency?

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor seeks an inquisitive and committed law student to serve as a Legal Intern in our Legal Affairs Division. Through this internship you will gain practical experience and insight into the role of an attorney in a state government agency.

During this internship you will review documentation for quality assurance, draft legal memorandums, and assist in legal research. Legal interns may also have the opportunity to attend and observe court proceedings.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Qualifications

• Current second year or third year law student with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Proficient use of LexisNexis and/or Westlaw
• While not required, law review or journal experience is considered a plus

Program Details

• Spring 2027
• Competitive hourly rate
• Supervised performance of work on a variety of legal projects
• Internship will be hosted in the Raleigh office

Application Deadline: Friday, October 30th, 2026

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.