State of North Carolina

Legal Intern

Wake County, NC

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Seniority: Internship
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 5 Oct 2026

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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 .

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

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

How to Apply

Attach the 3 following supplemental documents when applying to the internship

Resume
Copy of Transcript
Faculty/professor letter of recommendation(s) – minimum of one

Application Deadline: Friday, October 30th, 2026

Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by Monday, November 30, 2026

For questions, contact osa.internprogram@ncauditor.gov

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.

Recruiter:

Olivia Ann Gillespie

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]

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