Graduate StudentLaw Student Internship
Graduate StudentLaw Student Internship
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27-04-2025
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Job Description
Introduction
When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) you join a team of more than 5000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support preventive services and caring for children and adults.
We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland we leave no one behind.
Duration: This internship is available for the duration of one semester or academic term with the possibility of extension based on performance and availability.
GRADE
76
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Human Services
Policy TeamOffice of the Secretary
25 S. Charles St.
Baltimore MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The Maryland Department of Human Services is seeking a motivated graduate student in the fields of social work public policy law or similar fields of study with a talent for creative problem solving to join the Policy Team in the Office of the Secretary as an inperson paid intern for the Fall 2025 term.
Interns work alongside professionals with decades of experience in federal tribal and state contexts who are dedicated to working at every level to create the conditions for child and family wellbeing in Maryland. The intern will be supervised by a lawyer with 25 years experience in tribal state and/or federal child welfare and poverty law and policy. The internship offers a unique opportunity to gain handson policy experience related to adult and child welfare public economic benefits and child support administration. Interns learn the tools levers and practical skills for advancing a project or moving a policy agenda in the public sector. Under the guidance of the Assistant Secretary for Policy and the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy the intern will make meaningful contributions to projects through research writing and personal insight while developing practical skills crucial for a career in social work policy or law.
DHS policypriorities include but are not limited to modernizing state child support administration;integrating theFamily Matterslens and focus across the Departments work streams; ensuringfederal and state statutes and regulations are synthesized to inform Department policy recommendations; andspecial projects and initiatives related to policy development and implementation to end child poverty and improve positive outcomes for Maryland familiesin areas of need.
POSITION DUTIES
Research and Analysis
- Conduct research and make recommendations for best practices that advance wellbeing.
- Conduct legal and broad research identifying relevant statutes policies regulations court precedent and innovative practices to inform and recommend creative administrative and legislative action that advance policy priorities.
- Draft and edit executive memos related to policies regulation and legislation.
- Draft review inform and edit bill comment forms.
- Draft legislation; review and edit regulations.
- Review and edit policies state plans and public comment on federal regulations for executive approval.
- Stay current on state and federal policies legislation and trends impacting child welfare adult care public economic benefits and child support.
- Assist in analyzing proposed policy changes and advocating for reforms that promote the best interests of children and family wellbeing.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including social workers data analysts communications and lawyers.
- Participate in team meetings and collaborative problemsolving efforts to address complex issues affecting children and families.
- Participate in meetings with community advocates and constituents to hear and engage with their concerns and needs and identify opportunities for working together to solve problems communicate with constituents or take corrective steps.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Applicant must be enrolled in a graduate program (e.g. social work public policy human services law) with a focus on child welfare family or poverty policy or related fields.
Graduate Students Required Documents:
- Non AIassistedCover letter Please outline your interest in family and/or child welfare and relevant experience.
- Resume
- Two Professional or Academic References
- Unofficial Transcript
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The preferred applicant must have:
- Excellent research verbal and written communication and analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations and professionals with a range of disciplinary lense
- Demonstrated interest in supporting families or child welfare issues and a commitment to advocating for the rights and wellbeing of Marylanders.
- Ability to work both independently collaboratively and with a positive attitude in a fastpaced dynamic environment.
- Sensitivity to cultural differences traumainformed practice and ethical considerations when working with people.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to Department of Human Services Recruitment Unit25 South Charles Street 11th floor Baltimore MD 21202.
Or email Voice: tollfree:.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division ator
Do not submit unsolicited documentation.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Part-Time
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