Legal Intern (two )

Schedule: Part-time

This internship may be telework eligible on a hybrid basis.

*Applicants must be currently enrolled in law school in order to be considered for this internship.

About Us

Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.

Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by:

Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.

Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs

Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.

Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care

Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.

What You Will Do At ODM

Office: Legal Counsel

Bureau: Contracts & Procurement

Working Title: Legal Intern (PNs 20100919, 20100920)

Internship Overview

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking a law school student who has completed at least one year of law school to serve as a legal intern for the agency’s Contracts and Procurement bureau. Under the general direction of a licensed attorney, your responsibilities will include:

Drafting legal documents including contracts, grants, inter-agency agreements, and assisting in special projects of value to the Ohio Medicaid program

Conducting legal research and preparing reports on findings

Writing, editing, and tracking material content development and changes using applicable software including Microsoft Word and Excel

Performing other duties as assigned (e.g., special projects, maintaining logs, records, and files)

Internships at ODM focus on enhancing your knowledge and experience by providing opportunities to assist with important agency projects that relate to your field of study. ODM offers flexible days, hours and internship duration to meet agency needs and your academic schedule.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in an American Bar Association accredited law school.

Minimum 2.5 GPA required.