Legal Intern (260000D9)
Legal Intern
(260000D9)
Organization: Taxation
Agency Contact Name and Information: Hope DeVolld - ... For all other inquiries please contact the HR Mainline at ... or email the staffing team at ....
Unposting Date: Feb 27, 2026, 9:59:00 PM
Work Location: Northland 3rd Floor 4485 Northland Ridge Boulevard Columbus 43229
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County
Compensation: $24
Schedule: Part-time
Classified Indicator: Unclassified
Union: N/A
Primary Job Skill: Internship
Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills: Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
Creating a seamless and user-centric experience for all Ohio Taxpayers
Job Duties
The Ohio Department of Taxation is responsible for the administration of individual and business taxes across the state. Guiding our agency is the Mission Statement which explains that we are ONE TEAM providing education, innovation, outreach, and exceptional service to our customers through courtesy, accuracy, responsiveness, and equitability in each interaction.
The Ohio Department of Taxation is seeking multiple current law school students for our summer Legal Division Internship.
What's involved in being a Legal Intern:
As a legal intern, you will work directly with Department of Taxation attorneys in several areas, including administrative hearings, legislation, administrative rule making, and litigation. This position will allow you to connect your classroom knowledge, and tax technical training obtained during the internship, with real-world experience. Under the supervision of an attorney, you will learn and perform many of the duties expected of a full-time, entry-level attorney. We look forward to working with you!
Key duties may include:
Assist with administrative hearings and drafting legal decisions on tax assessments and refund adjustments.
Conduct research projects that impact policy proposals and implementation.
Learn substantive and procedural areas of state law.
Help provide legal advice and guidance to members of the Department regarding evolving tax practices and policies.
Provide input and support research to the Ohio Attorney General's Office and members of Taxation on tax matters before the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court.
Create educational materials on Ohio's tax laws for use by fellow taxpayers and employees.
Light administrative duties, including creating digitalized case files and reviewing taxpayer financial accounts.
What's in it for you:
$24 per hour, up to 40 hours a week during summer break
Convenient location 15 minutes north of downtown Columbus (with free parking)
Hands-on exposure to many of Ohio's taxes
Potential for part-time work during the school year and future employment upon graduation and licensure
Collaborative work environment
To apply please complete the online application at careers.ohio.gov. Make sure you include a copy of your resume, cover letter, and an unofficial copy of your law school transcript with the online application. Virtual interviews will be conducted at the conclusion of the application period. For more information about the Ohio Department of Taxation, please visit tax.ohio.gov
To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability for the application or interview process, please contact ADA Coordinator J.D. Hawkins by phone: ... or by email to: ....
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period.
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Current law student
Completion of first year of law school
Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills: Written and Verbal Communication, Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Teamwork
Legal Intern
(260000D9)
Organization: Taxation
Agency Contact Name and Information: Hope DeVolld - ... For all other inquiries please contact the HR Mainline at ... or email the staffing team at ....
Unposting Date: Feb 27, 2026, 9:59:00 PM
Work Location: Northland 3rd Floor 4485 Northland Ridge Boulevard Columbus 43229
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County
Compensation: $24
Schedule: Part-time
Classified Indicator: Unclassified
Union: N/A
Primary Job Skill: Internship
Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills: Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
Creating a seamless and user-centric experience for all Ohio Taxpayers
Job Duties
The Ohio Department of Taxation is responsible for the administration of individual and business taxes across the state. Guiding our agency is the Mission Statement which explains that we are ONE TEAM providing education, innovation, outreach, and exceptional service to our customers through courtesy, accuracy, responsiveness, and equitability in each interaction.
The Ohio Department of Taxation is seeking multiple current law school students for our summer Legal Division Internship.
What's involved in being a Legal Intern:
As a legal intern, you will work directly with Department of Taxation attorneys in several areas, including administrative hearings, legislation, administrative rule making, and litigation. This position will allow you to connect your classroom knowledge, and tax technical training obtained during the internship, with real-world experience. Under the supervision of an attorney, you will learn and perform many of the duties expected of a full-time, entry-level attorney. We look forward to working with you!
Key duties may include:
Assist with administrative hearings and drafting legal decisions on tax assessments and refund adjustments.
Conduct research projects that impact policy proposals and implementation.
Learn substantive and procedural areas of state law.
Help provide legal advice and guidance to members of the Department regarding evolving tax practices and policies.
Provide input and support research to the Ohio Attorney General's Office and members of Taxation on tax matters before the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court.
Create educational materials on Ohio's tax laws for use by fellow taxpayers and employees.
Light administrative duties, including creating digitalized case files and reviewing taxpayer financial accounts.
What's in it for you:
$24 per hour, up to 40 hours a week during summer break
Convenient location 15 minutes north of downtown Columbus (with free parking)
Hands-on exposure to many of Ohio's taxes
Potential for part-time work during the school year and future employment upon graduation and licensure
Collaborative work environment
To apply please complete the online application at careers.ohio.gov. Make sure you include a copy of your resume, cover letter, and an unofficial copy of your law school transcript with the online application. Virtual interviews will be conducted at the conclusion of the application period. For more information about the Ohio Department of Taxation, please visit tax.ohio.gov
To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability for the application or interview process, please contact ADA Coordinator J.D. Hawkins by phone: ... or by email to: ....
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period.
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Current law student
Completion of first year of law school
Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills: Written and Verbal Communication, Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Teamwork
Job ID: 508557228
Originally Posted on: 2/2/2026
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