Law Intern

Overview:

FHI 360 has an exciting internship opportunity for a student interested in growing their skills within the international development sector.  Under close supervision, an intern will perform entry level professional duties which will provide the opportunity for professional training in various functional areas throughout the organization. Internship assignments serve to offer practical experience and broad exposure to a global nonprofit development organization.

The Office of General Counsel provides legal advice and guidance for FHI 360, and has an internship available for J.D. candidates who have completed at least one year of law school. This internship offers the opportunity to get an understanding of the operations of and the legal issues facing a global nonprofit development organization.

This is a paid internship with a flexible schedule based on project needs.

Anticipated Duration: Spring 2025 (January-May 2025)

Hours: Part-time, 10-20 hours/week (approximately 110 for the semester)

Location: Washington, DC

Pay Rate: $23.00/hour

Application Deadline: Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET

Skills Gained and Learning Opportunities:

• Practical experience with a large, global non-profit organization
• Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with successful legal professionals
• Experience working with an inter-disciplinary team addressing global development challenges

Anticipated Project(s) and Assignment Details:

The intern may contribute to various team or project activities under the direction of their supervisor, including in the following ways: 

• Contribute to research or project activities as assigned by supervisor
• Conduct legal research, write memoranda, draft documents
• Organize and participate in team meetings and country calls (e.g., assisting with meeting preparation, meeting minutes, a post-meeting report)

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Currently enrolled in a juris doctor degree program at an accredited university; has completed one year of legal study
• Demonstrated interest in related subject area through studies, work experience, and/or personal travel
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
• Strong writing and research skills
• Good, positive communication (written and oral)
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English

Typical Physical Demands:

• Hybrid office environment
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer
• Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail
• Telephone, printer, calculator, copier, PDAs and other hand-held devices.

Travel Requirements:

• 0%

Application Materials Required:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

This internship may be used for academic credit in lieu of pay if a program does not allow students to pursue paid internships.

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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