Legal Intern

State of North Carolina - Office of the State Auditor; North Carolina; On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 4,133,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Office of the State Auditor is offering a Legal Intern position in the Legal Affairs Division in Raleigh for Spring 2027. The internship provides hands-on exposure to reviewing case materials, drafting memoranda, and performing legal research under supervision.

Eligible law students in their 2nd or 3rd year with a minimum 3.0 GPA will gain practical experience and observe court proceedings as part of a structured program managed by the OSA.

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. Law review or journal experience is considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation for quality assurance.
• Draft legal memorandums and assist in legal research.
• Attend and observe court proceedings when possible.

Skills

Law student

GPA 3.0

Microsoft Office

Education

2nd year or 3rd year law student with GPA 3.0

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Job description

AgencyDivisionJob Classification TitleAdministrative Associate I (S)Position NumberGradeNC01About UsNorth 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 .Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!Description of WorkEver 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 PreferencesQualificationsCurrent second year or third year law student with a minimum 3.0 GPAProficient with Microsoft Office applicationsProficient use of LexisNexis and/or WestlawWhile not required, law review or journal experience is considered a plusProgram DetailsSpring 2027Competitive hourly rateSupervised performance of work on a variety of legal projectsInternship will be hosted in the Raleigh officeHow to ApplyAttach the 3 following supplemental documents when applying to the internshipResumeCopy of TranscriptFaculty/professor letter of recommendation(s) – minimum of oneApplication Deadline: Friday, October 30th, 2026Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by Monday, November 30, 2026For questions, contact [e-mail] Education and ExperienceSome 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 StatementThe 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.Recruiter:Olivia Ann GillespieRecruiter Email:[e-mail]