Intern, Law Division

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Summary:

The Law Division provides legal counsel to MWRA's Board of Directors, Executive Director and staff. Law Division attorneys represent the MWRA in litigation before the federal and state courts and in administrative hearings before federal and state agencies. Law Division attorneys also handle matters in a variety of legal areas including real estate, environmental, energy, labor and employment, public procurement and construction, contracts, state ethics, open meeting law and public records.

Posting Period: 10/13/2026 - 10/27/2026

Location: Deer Island (Winthrop), MA

Salary: $23.00 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Key Responsibilities

MWRA's Law Division is seeking a qualified candidate for a spring-summer 2027 internship position. The intern will be supervised by Law Division attorneys for assigned work. The position may be eligible for telework with prior approval for up to 50% of the work time in accordance with MWRA's Telework Policy. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, reviewing, analyzing and summarizing federal, state and local legislation, laws and regulations and case law, drafting memoranda, pleadings, court filings and briefs, summarizing legal findings and other related duties as required. Attending hearings with Law Division attorneys may also be part of the internship.

How to Apply: Apply on line at: https://mwra.applicantpro.com/jobs/

Please submit cover letter, resume and writing sample with application. An unofficial law school transcript may also be requested during the process.

Duration: spring-summer 2027, paid internship with the possibility to extend into the fall.

Required Qualifications

• completion of at least one year of study and current enrollment at an ABA accredited law school. Individuals who have completed law school are not eligible;
• excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• excellent research, critical thinking and analytical skills;
• strong time management and attention to detail;
• strong organizational skills; and
• ability to efficiently manage multiple assignments.

Other Position Information

PCR: 2904000

Division: Law

Department: Law

Union/Grade: Non-Union/TEMPORARY

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or veteran status.