Legal Intern
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Economic Development Corporation:
Bring your biggest and boldest ideas to life as an employee of the IEDC. We are a fast-paced and forward-thinking team charged with pursuing economic development opportunities for current and future Hoosiers in our state and around the world. Our culture embodies the spirit of being bold and working collaboratively to create the economy of the future.
The IEDC is organized as a public private partnership led by the Secretary of Commerce and governed by a board chaired by the Governor of Indiana.
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation has been recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Top Workplaces by Indianapolis Star.
Role Overview:
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) Legal Internship offers law students a hands-on opportunity to support the legal work of Indiana’s lead economic development agency. Working closely with the Deputy General Counsel and other members of the IEDC legal team, the intern will strengthen practical skills in legal research, analysis, drafting, due diligence, public records administration, and legal operations while contributing to matters that advance IEDC’s mission.
The intern will support the legal team on a broad range of matters affecting Indiana's economic development efforts. Responsibilities will include conducting legal research, performing due diligence reviews of incentive applicants and business counterparties, drafting legal memoranda and agency policies, assisting with contract development and review, supporting APRA responses, and analyzing legal and regulatory issues that arise in connection with IEDC programs and operations.
The intern will attend selected legal team and cross-functional meetings, interact with colleagues across IEDC and gain exposure to how state economic development initiatives are structured and administered.
Salary Statement:
The hourly wage for this internship is $20/hr.
A Day in the Life:
Research statutes, regulations, court opinions, administrative guidance, and other authorities; identify relevant precedent and trends; and prepare clear legal memoranda, reports, and summaries.
Conduct company, ownership, litigation, compliance, and other background research concerning incentive applicants, business partners, and counterparties; organize findings and draft due diligence reports for attorney review and use by IEDC teams.
Assist with drafting, proofreading, and organizing incentive agreements, amendments, internal policies, procedures, correspondence, and other legal or administrative documents.
Collect, organize, and summarize documents and information related to contracts, projects, public records requests, and other legal team matters.
Attend selected meetings concerning internal and external legal affairs, take notes, identify follow-up items, and assist with related research or documentation.
Legal Operations and Agency Engagement:
Assist with routine legal administration, including APRA intake and response support, document review, matter organization, records tracking, and coordination with internal stakeholders.
Participate in one-on-one conversations with IEDC officers and staff to learn how the legal team supports incentive programs, business development, compliance, finance, and other agency functions.
Build professional relationships across IEDC and observe how the agency coordinates with state and local government partners and external stakeholders.
Participate in scheduled weekly check-ins with the internship manager and a midpoint development conversation regarding assignments, progress, and learning goals.
Special Project:
- Each Legal Intern will work closely with the Deputy General Counsel and other members of the legal team on a substantive project that supports IEDC’s mission or improves a legal team process. The intern and legal team will define the project scope, conduct the necessary research and collaboration, develop a practical work product or recommendation, and present or deliver the completed project at the end of the program.
What You'll Need for Success:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Academic backgrounds in business, economics, political science, public administration, international studies, or related fields may be beneficial but are not required.
Currently pursuing a J.D., LL.M., or S.J.D. at an accredited law school.
Preferred Experience:
Prior legal, business, government, policy, research, or other professional experience through employment, an internship, an externship, a clinic, or similar work is preferred.
Experience researching legislation, regulations, public policy, contracts, corporate matters, or government operations is beneficial.
Knowledge of:
Government, public policy, economic development, business transactions, or corporate and commercial matters is beneficial.
Legal research methods and sources, including statutes, regulations, court opinions, and secondary authorities.
Microsoft Office; familiarity with Westlaw, Lexis, Microsoft Purview, or other legal research and document-management platforms is beneficial.
Ability to:
Work independently with limited oversight while asking timely questions and keeping the supervising attorney informed.
Manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment, and adapt to changing priorities.
Communicate clearly and professionally with legal and non-legal audiences, both orally and in writing.
Learn and use new legal software, research platforms, and document-management tools.
Maintain strict confidentiality concerning sensitive legal, business, personnel, and agency information.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
