DOT INTERN - D3 - 55990822

State of Florida • CHIPLEY, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The DOT Intern assists the Florida Department of Transportation District 3 Chief Counsel office with reviewing and preparing legal reports and documents. The role supports legal research, file and records administration, document proofreading, preparation of eminent domain motions and legal memoranda, and responses to public records requests and subpoenas. The position is located at FDOT District 3 Headquarters in Chipley, Florida, and is a part-time internship working 20 hours per week at $15 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and provide identification supporting citizenship or work authorization for the duration of program participation.
• Comply with applicable statutes and rules and the Department’s policies, procedures, regulations, and Code of Ethics.
• Knowledge of personal computer use, including word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.
• Ability to understand and apply basic legal principles, applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, orally and in writing.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Legal experience or pursuit of a degree in a legal field.

Responsibilities

• Research issues in the Florida Statutes, regulations, and Florida Department of Transportation policies and procedures.
• Organize files, maintain logs, input data, prepare reports, and deliver legal documents to the County Courthouse.
• Proofread documents for spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors.
• Assist with preparing eminent domain motions and other legal memoranda.
• Assist with responding to public records requests and subpoenas as assigned.

Benefits

• Access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses through the agency’s learning management system.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed