2027 Legislative Session Internship

About the Role

• Location: 350 North State Street Salt Lake City, Utah, 84114 United States
• Part-Time
• Not eligible for benefits.
• Salary: $ - $ Hourly Wage
• In-Office / On-Site
• Background Check Required
• Drug Test Required – No

The Office of the Utah Attorney General

The Office of the Utah Attorney General offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment. As counselors, protectors, and stewards, the Office plays a vital role in defending both the U.S. and Utah constitutions, protecting residents, and preserving the resources that make Utah special. You’ll contribute to upholding justice, advising state agencies, and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah’s citizens.

The Office of the Utah Attorney General invites college students to apply for a legislative internship opportunity. Successful applicants will work closely with the Chief Deputy Attorney General and General Counsel during the legislative session to advance the priorities, efforts, and goals of the Office. Interns commit to participate full-time during the session and may apply with their college for credit.

Key Responsibilities

• Attending, taking notes on, and reporting on committee meetings and floor time
• Assisting legislative liaisons
• Bill and policy research
• Tracking bills
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to hold Confidential Information received during the session in strict confidence and exercise a reasonable degree of care to prevent disclosure.
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Communicating effectively in writing.
• Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Actively looking for ways to help people.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Two letters of recommendation
• Official transcripts
• A writing sample

Failure to submit all required documents as instructed may result in disqualification from the application review process.

Application Deadline

• 11/4/2026

Contact Information

• Recruiter: Desi Crane
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 801-597-4659