Job Responsibilities:
Interns participating in the Fall Legal Internship at the organization will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities that provide hands-on experience in the field of tax law. The responsibilities include:
- Researching tax issues to support legal cases and policy development.
- Drafting memoranda and briefs to assist in legal proceedings and documentation.
- Attending administrative hearings to gain insight into the legal processes and advocacy.
- Formulating policy by collaborating with experienced tax attorneys on current tax law issues.
- Working on regulation projects, contributing to the development and refinement of tax regulations.
- Implementing new programs, assisting in the execution and management of new legal initiatives.
Interns are assigned to a specific bureau within the Legal Division based on both the division's needs and the intern's area of interest. They are generally supervised by an attorney in the assigned bureau and receive assignments pertinent to that bureau's workload.
Education and Experience Information:
Internships are designed for law students seeking academic credit, and coordination with the student's law school is required for such credit. The program is structured to be flexible with intern hours, accommodating the needs of both the Legal Division and the intern. Internships are available exclusively in Sacramento, providing a focused environment for learning and professional development.
Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Fall Legal Internship. It is implied that the internship may be for academic credit rather than financial compensation.
Application Process:
To apply for the internship, candidates must email a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, and a writing sample. Start dates for the internship are flexible and depend on the needs of the Legal Division and the intern's schedule. Application deadlines are set for different internship periods as follows:
- Summer Internship: Application deadline is February 1st, with a start date in June.
- Fall Internship: Application deadline is May 15th, with a start date in September.
- Spring Internship: Application deadline is October 1st, with a start date in January.
Additional Information:
The Technical Resources Bureau within the Legal Division includes various sections such as Legislation, Policy and Review, and Administrative Support. These sections are responsible for coordinating board meetings, providing legal advice regarding legislation, managing the adoption and publication of regulations, and offering administrative support. Interns may have the opportunity to work within these areas, gaining exposure to the multifaceted aspects of tax law and legal administration.
