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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 Governor's Summer Internship Program (GSI):

The Governor’s Summer Internship Program (GSI) is designed to give college students real-world, hands-on experience in their desired field of study to enhance marketability upon graduation. Participation in the program will offer students a multitude of experiences including networking with state employees, resume building and soft skills workshops, agency head panels, and much more.

About the Office of the Inspector General (OIG):
The Indiana Inspector General is responsible for investigating and addressing fraud, waste, abuse, and wrongdoing in any agency within the executive branch of Indiana state government. This includes any authority, board, branch, commission, committee, department, division or other instrumentality of the executive branch of Indiana state government. The Inspector General does not have jurisdiction over the judicial or legislative branches of state government or over local or county government.

The State Ethics Commission has jurisdiction over: (1) a current or former state officer; (2) a current or former employee of a state agency; (3) a person who has a business relationship with a state agency; or (4) a current or former special state appointee. The State Ethics Commission has ultimate authority to interpret the Indiana Code of Ethics.

Role Overview :

The Indiana Office of Inspector General (OIG) is seeking a Legal Intern to join our agency in summer 2026. The intern will report to the State Ethics Commission Director and will support a variety of agency functions including the legal, advisory, and investigative functions of the OIG. The OIG is responsible for investigating and addressing fraud, waste, abuse, and wrongdoing in any agency within the executive branch of Indiana state government.

A Day in the Life:  

As a Legal Intern for the OIG, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience with: 

• Drafting informal advisory opinions, which requires analyzing complex ethics laws and factual scenarios;

• Evaluating evidence in investigative cases and drafting recommendations and reports on disposition of cases;

• Assisting in screening complaints;
• Participating in the delivery of OIG training activities, including participating in live presentations in conference settings;
• Conducting legal research and drafting reports, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.

Requirements:

• At least one year of law school required;

• Strong communication skills, including writing and presentation skills;

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;

• Ability to protect confidential materials, knowledge and deliberative actions.

Hourly Rate:

The hourly rate for this position is $16.24 for those who do not hold a bachelor’s degree & $17.24 for those that hold a bachelor’s degree or higher by the time the internship starts.

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 .

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