Position Information Functional TitleStudent Intern - Legal Recruitment Category TypeStudent Intern Functional CategoryStudent Intern GradeGS.04 FLSA StatusNon-Exempt Requisition NumberSI25-024 Number of Vacancies1 Job LevelStaff Job CodeN/A Job Description Summary Are you a law student eager to gain hands-on legal experience in a dynamic legal office? Join the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission’s ( WSSC Water) General Counsel’s Office ( GCO ) as a Student Intern and work alongside experienced attorneys on a variety of challenging and rewarding legal projects. WSSC Water is a leader in the water sector and proudly provides safe, seamless and satisfying water services, making the essential possible every day for our neighbors in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. The GCO plays a crucial role in supporting WSSC Water’s mission to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable water and wastewater services. Student interns build valuable legal and professional skills in research, writing, and advocacy, while learning about different areas of the GCO’s work. The student intern will assist attorneys in the GCO with a variety of tasks associated with their practices. This will include involvement with all aspects of the office’s litigation practice, procurement issues, employment issues, environmental issues and any other legal assignments as required by the GCO . We are excited to welcome the next generation of legal talent to our team. Apply today and take the next step in your legal career! Organization NameGeneral Counsel's Office Reports toTiffany Greaves Full or Part TimeFull Time If Part Time how many hours per week Regular or TemporaryTemporary Position End Date (if temporary) Work Schedule Monday – Friday – 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position LocationLaurel Position Summary Information General Summary The Student Intern – Legalwill assist attorneys in the General Counsel’s Office ( GCO ) with a variety of tasks associated with their practices. This includes involvement with all aspects of the office’slitigation practice, procurement issues, employment issues, environmental issues and any other legal assignments as required by the GCO . Essential Functions · Conduct legal research, and will draft legal memoranda, correspondence, pleadings, and interrogatories (and other discovery requests). · Compile documents and prepare responses to Maryland Public Information Act requests, discovery requests and subpoenas. · Prepare and file legal pleadings in Maryland courts and administrative forums, as necessary. · Assist attorneys in the GCO at legal proceedings, depositions, and client meetings. · Assist GCO attorneys in other projects, duties, and matters, as required. Other Functions · Assemble case materials by collecting, organizing, and summarizing information, documents, reports, and evidence. · Assist GCO attorneys in trial preparation by preparing trial briefs, exhibits, subpoenas, evidence, and motions. · Maintain the confidential nature of client communications. · Participate in Commission-wide student internship activities as directed by the General Manager. · Perform other related duties as assigned. Work Environment And Physical Demands Business casual office setting Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities · Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite computer applications, especially Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. · Must be able to perform computerized legal research using Westlaw Edge®. · Must be able to provide high-quality work in a timely manner, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and keep all matters confidential. Minimum Education, Experience Requirements · Bachelor’s degree · Completion of 1+ years of law school Additional Requirements Must have dependable transportation to drive to various Courts Preferences Completion of 2+ years law school preferred. SalaryCommensurate with education and experience Posting Detail Information EEO Statement AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission. Close Date Open Until FilledYes Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status? + Yes + No + * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree? + Yes + No + * Will you have completed at least 1 year of law school at the end of current semester? + Yes + No + * Do you have a 2.5 GPA or higher? + Yes + No + * Do you have reliable transportation to commute to work and offsite locations? + Yes + No + * What dates will you be on spring break? (Open Ended Question) + Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Unofficial Transcripts + Writing Sample Optional Documents + Cover Letter/Letter of Application