Paralegal Intern, Office of Administrative Hearings

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Salt Lake City, UT

2d • $9 - $18 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Utah Department of Health & Human Services Office of Administrative Hearings is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Paralegal Intern to provide hands-on legal and administrative support to Administrative Law Judges. The internship offers practical experience in state administrative law while contributing to the agency’s mission of serving Utah communities. The position is part-time, 10–20 hours per week, and requires a minimum six-month commitment. It is hybrid and located in Salt Lake City, Utah. This time-limited position is not eligible for benefits. Applicants must reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating there within 30 days of their start date, and must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in a Paralegal Studies, Legal Assistant, Pre-Law, or related academic program; graduation is not required.
• Strong organizational skills and acute attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small office environment.
• Proficiency in basic office software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and Google Drive.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism when communicating with the public and hearing participants.
• Must reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to Utah within 30 days of the start date.
• Must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Review case files and track cases through the Office of Administrative Hearings database.
• Draft and proofread routine legal documents, including notices, subpoenas, orders, and judges’ written decisions.
• Maintain and track documents, exhibits, master calendars, and case filings while ensuring strict confidentiality.
• Assist with telephonic pre-hearing conferences and coordinate hearing schedules.
• Answer procedural questions for litigants and respond to information requests, including GRAMA requests.
• Perform basic office support duties.

What This Job Offers

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