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- Draft internal and external memos
- Develop and plan legal training sessions for internal staff and affiliates on various topics
- Review contracts
- Track and maintain current and pending litigation and task orders
- Develop opportunities for network building with internal and external legal counsels
- Passion for law and working for a mission-driven organization
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong oral and written communication and collaboration skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
- Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
- The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function
- This position will take place primarily in an office setting
- Applicants seeking a law degree are encouraged to apply
- At least one (1) year of law school completed
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Description
Overview"Go where ever we are needed and do whatever comes to mind."
Volunteers of America (VOA) is a faith-based, nationwide nonprofit organization dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.
The VOA network includes more than 16,000 full-time professionals empowering 1.5 million people annually through our 29 affiliates in 46 states.
We provide hundreds of service programs, including those for seniors and people with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness, and those recovering from addiction.
VOA is one of the nation's most comprehensive human services charities, offering programs for communities, individuals and families.
VOA is seeking an Intern to support our Office of Legal Affairs by providing highly confidential, high-level and key support to our legal department.
This internship is an excellent opportunity to experience aspects of Legal Affairs while working for a prestigious faith-based non-profit organization which serves over 1.5 million people per year.
The selected candidate will be an integral member of the Legal Affairs team and will research and contribute to the work VOA does in over 400 communities across the country.
The ideal candidate must excel in written and verbal communications, have strong analytical, problem-solving and collaborative skills.This position is full-time (up to 40 hours per week) and has the opportunity for On-Site and Hybrid Work Schedules
A stipend will be provided for this internship to assist with any expenses incurred as an intern (amount will depend upon Work Schedule (e.g. on-site v/s hybrid)
Primary Responsibilities:
Supporting the Office of Legal Affairs team on various projects and legal services provided to the National Office and our 29 affiliates, the selected candidate will have an opportunity to work on various tasks pertaining to our portfolio.
In addition, the Legal Intern will:
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Qualifications:
Physical Capabilities:
Working Conditions:
Other Duties:
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Education and Experience:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
VOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.
Volunteers of America does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Employment with VOA is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable.
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Senior Vice President of Human Resources.
