Legal Intern

Salary: $15.00 HourlyLocation : 401 W Owen K Garriott Rd, EnidJob Type: SeasonalJob Number: 202600337Fund: GeneralDepartment: Human ResourcesOpening Date: 04/14/2026Closing Date: 4/26/2026 11:59 PM CentralFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: N/ADescriptionPOSITION REPORTS TO: City AttorneyEMPLOYEE CLASS: InternPOSITIONS SUPERVISED: None.INTERNSHIP DEGREE FIELDS: Any degree, but most suited for Pre-Law, Legal Studies, Political Science/Government, Sociology, Criminology, Constitutional Studies, Public and Non-Profit Administration, Public Policy, and general pre-professional degrees such as English/Literature, Philosophy and HistoryDEPARTMENT: Legal/Court Clerk/City ClerkDATES: Start - 05/26/2026 End - 07/01/2026SALARY: $15.00 PE/R HOUR/32 HOURS PER WEEK(Monday through Thursday)DESCRIPTION: The Legal Department Internship offers a hands-on opportunity to learn how local government manages legal processes and public administration. Interns will gain exposure to functions such as Open Records Requests, Tort Claims, workers' compensation claims, and City Court procedures, including citations and warrants. Responsibilities include assisting with administrative and organizational tasks such as scanning and digitizing records, reviewing files to eliminate duplicates, supporting filing systems, and helping address warrant backlogs through outreach efforts.Interns will also observe and shadow department operations, including municipal court sessions, court clerk procedures and public interactions, and the work of the City Clerk and City Marshal, with potential field observation opportunities. Additional experience includes observing city council, boards, and commission meetings while learning their structure, purpose, and open meeting requirements. This internship provides a well-rounded, behind-the-scenes look at how legal, court, and administrative functions support effective and transparent city operations.QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant must be a part- or full-time student at a college or university. Applicant must have a high school diploma and at least 15 credit hours towards an associate or bachelor's degree. Current transcript required.This position is not eligible for benefits.01Are you currently a part or full-time student at a college or university, with at least 15 credit hours towards an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a related field, and can provide current transcripts?YesNo02Are you available to work 32 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, through the duration of the internship from 05/26/2026 to 07/01/2026?YesNo03If selected, would you require housing in the local area?YesNo04Do you or your spouse have more than 25% ownership in a company that currently contracts with the City of Enid?YesNo05What is your expected salary?06If chosen for this position, what is the earliest date you are available to start?