Review Vacancy
TitleOffice of General Counsel Intern
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $25.50 to $25.50 Hourly
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be full time law student at accredited law school in New York State (1L or 2L)
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
• Strong computer research skills, such as Lexis
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Desire to work in public service
• Prefer 2L headed into 3L
• Must be able to commit to full-time summer, and part-time in fall and spring semester
Duties Description This internship will support NYSIF’s legal operations with respect to one or more of the following areas:
• Appeals: Administrative appeals of decisions issued by Administrative Law Judges in workers’ compensation claims, and support for appeals to the appellate division, third department
• Collections: Premium collection matters involving issues of non-payment, involving negotiation and potential court actions
• Contracts: Support for the contracts and procurement of goods and services, involving diverse range of work, including areas such as investments and real estate
• Litigation: Defense of employers in third-party suits involving contribution and indemnification actions
• Loss Transfer: Loss transfer matters stemming from motor-vehicle accidents in the context of workers’ compensation claims
• Special Projects: A variety of research projects, such as legislative/regulatory initiatives and evaluation, hearing strategies, technological innovations, and specialized litigation
Additional Comments Schedule:
• Summer 2023 - Full time (37.5 hours per week)
• Fall 2023 through Spring 2024: part time (10 to 15 hours per week)
Please note:
These internships are being filled in various locations at NYSIF.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.