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The intern will gain exposure to how legal work supports an active rescue and sanctuary organization, helps reduce risk, supports better policies, improves compliance, and strengthens long-term. relationships, internal veterinarian rescue collaboration partnerships, contracts, waivers, policies, animal care documentation, cross-state operational questions, bite statutes, code ordinance and state.

Law Student Intern (Animal Law / Nonprofit Legal Research)Organization: Always & FureverPosition Type: Unpaid InternshipSchedule: Approximately 5 hours per weekLocation: Remote, with occasional in-person opportunities if desiredPosition Level: First-year or Second year law student preferredAbout Always & FureverAlways & Furever is not a basic rescue or shelter operation. It is a growing, mission-driven animalrescue and sanctuary working at the intersection of animal welfare, medical support, nonprofitoperations, and multi-state compliance.What makes Always & Furever different is the scope and complexity of its work. The organization isinvolved not only in rescuing and placing animals, but also in managing medical cases, supportingveterinary access, navigating rescue and shelter regulations, coordinating across Kansas and Missourirequirements, and building systems that protect both animals and the organization.Because Always & Furever operates in a region where animal rescue, veterinary oversight, transport,fostering, nonprofit governance, and public-facing programming often intersect, the organizationregularly encounters real-world legal and compliance questions that go beyond the typical shelterexperience. These may include issues involving rescue standards, foster oversight, veterinaryrelationships, internal veterinarian rescue collaboration partnerships, contracts, waivers, policies,animal care documentation, cross-state operational questions, bite statutes, code ordinance and stateregulatory expectations.The organization’s work may involve understanding and supporting issues related to agencies andframeworks such as the Kansas Department of Agriculture, the Missouri Department of Agriculture,veterinary regulatory requirements, rescue and shelter rules, program standards for medical andanimal care operations, and the legal structure needed to support a complex and expanding animalwelfare mission.For a law student, this makes the internship unique. It offers exposure to the legal side of a modernrescue organization that is growing, building systems, handling medical-program-related questions,and working through the practical realities of compliance, operational risk, and mission expansion.Position OverviewAlways & Furever is seeking a motivated first or second year law student for an unpaid internshipfocused on animal law, nonprofit legal research, compliance support, governance, policy-relatedprojects, and operational legal issue spotting. This is a learning-focused opportunity for a law studentwho wants hands-on exposure to legal issues affecting animal rescue, nonprofit operations, animalwelfare, veterinary-adjacent compliance questions, and mission-driven advocacy work.The intern will support research, writing, issue spotting, document review, and internal legal supportprojects while learning how legal strategy can strengthen and protect an animal rescue and sanctuaryorganization.Responsibilities•Conduct legal research related to animal law, nonprofit compliance, rescue operations,contracts, liability, volunteer policies, and operational risk.•Assist with research involving cross-state rescue and compliance issues affecting Kansas andMissouri operations.•Help review statutes, regulations, administrative guidance, and legal developments related torescue organizations, shelters, fostering, transport, and veterinary-related operationalrequirements.•Support projects involving nonprofit governance, policies, waivers, intake practices, transferagreements, foster expectations, and program documentation.•Draft research memos, issue summaries, internal guidance documents, and practical writtenrecommendations for leadership.•Help identify legal or compliance questions that may affect rescue growth, medicalprogramming, partnerships, and operational expansion.•Assist with policy and advocacy research involving animal welfare protections and related publicpolicy issues.•Organize research in a practical, easy-to-use format for internal leadership use.•Maintain confidentiality and use discretion with sensitive organizational information.Learning OpportunitiesThis internship is intended to help a first or second year law student build practical experience in:•Legal research and writing.•Issue spotting and legal analysis.•Animal law and animal welfare advocacy.•Nonprofit governance and compliance.•Rescue and shelter operational legal questions.•Cross-state compliance awareness.•Translating legal research into real-world guidance for a mission-driven organization.The intern will gain exposure to how legal work supports an active rescue and sanctuary organization,helps reduce risk, supports better policies, improves compliance, and strengthens long-termorganizational growth.Qualifications•Current first-year law student in good standing, or incoming/rising law student depending ontiming.•Strong interest in animal law, nonprofit law, regulatory issues, compliance, policy, or mission-driven legal work.•Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.•Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently in a remote setting.•Professional written and verbal communication skills.•Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information appropriately.•Familiarity with Westlaw, Lexis, or similar legal research tools is helpful but not required.Schedule and Format•Approximately 5 hours per week.•Flexible schedule.•Remote work is permitted.•Internship length may be structured around the academic semester, trimester, or summer term.•Supervision and project assignments will be coordinated based on organizational needs and thestudent’s learning goals.CompensationThis is an unpaid internship with a nonprofit organization and is intended to provide educational,skills-based experience in animal law, nonprofit legal work, and compliance-related research.If the student’s law school allows academic credit, externship credit, pro bono credit, or volunteerservice recognition, Always & Furever is open to discussing supporting documentation whereappropriate.Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is curious, thoughtful, compassionate, and eager to learn. This role is best suitedto a law student who wants practical research and writing experience, cares deeply about animals, andis interested in how legal work can support and protect a growing rescue organization.The strongest candidate will be comfortable working in a developing environment where issues arereal, varied, and mission-centered, and where legal research needs to be translated into practical nextsteps rather than purely academic analysis.Why This Internship Is DifferentThis is not a generic legal internship and it is not limited to abstract animal law theory. The studentwill be exposed to the real-world legal questions that arise when an organization is expanding rescuework, growing its medical and veterinary-adjacent programming, operating across state lines, buildinginternal systems, and trying to stay compliant while continuing to serve animals at a high level.The internship offers a rare opportunity to see how legal thinking applies directly to animal welfareoperations, rescue management, nonprofit governance, veterinary relationships, compliance systems,contracts, policies, and organizational growth.For a law student interested in animal law, this role provides unusually practical exposure to the legalinfrastructure behind rescue work.How to ApplyPlease submit:•Resume•Short cover letter or statement of interest•Law school name and current year•General availability

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Rides and trains with Ferrellgas/ Blue Rhino Driver to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver's skill in starting the vehicle properly and adhering to safety regulations while on the road. From our nationwide charitable partnerships with Operation Warm and Operation BBQ Relief to fundraisers for local schools, fire departments, veteran organizations and more, we are always looking for ways to give back to the communities we live in and serve.

Overview:
<img alt="Header_Image_Opt2" height="149" src="https://ferrellgas.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=480612&hashed=2096172284" width="729"/> Ferrellgas was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for 2025 — and that trust starts with our people. If you are looking for a solid career with hands-on work and real training, Ferrellgas has your back. We're hiring a Driver Trainee-no past driving experience needed. We'll teach you everything you need to know. You'll learn the ropes by working side-by-side with our team in roles like Bulk and Cylinder Driver, Material Handler, Forklift Specialist, and Drier Helper.  While you're working with us, we'll help you earn the licenses and endorsements you need, including your CDL and HAZMAT, at no cost to you!* This is a great chance to start a stable career, learn valuable skills and get paid while you train.   Why You’ll Love Working Here<div>At Ferrellgas, we’re committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth:<ul><li>Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance</li><li>Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D</li><li>Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA)</li><li>Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement</li><li>Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support</li><li>Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings</li><li>Commission: May be eligible for commission/incentive pay based on role and plan eligibility.</li><li>Local Routes: Our drivers are the face of our company, providing great service while working local routes—so you’ll be home every night.</li></ul></div>

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<ul><li>Attends courses required to obtain CDL license and/or required endorsements/certifications or licenses from the Authority Having Jurisdiction as required by state law.</li><li>Operates vehicle in a safe manner that remains in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations along with company guidelines.</li><li>Operates electronic hand-held computer consistently throughout the day and inspects vehicle per pre and post trip requirements.</li><li>Rides and trains with Ferrellgas/ Blue Rhino Driver to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver's skill in starting the vehicle properly and adhering to safety regulations while on the road.</li><li>Assists Driver in loading, unloading, and transporting hazardous materials to various customer locations.</li><li>Prepares and maintains records in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and company procedures.</li><li>Works toward meeting all DOT requirements.</li><li>Inspects, paints, repairs and loads tanks and cylinders, as well as maintains the appearance of our displays and signs.</li><li>Assists in handling and maintaining flow of materials and products under safety guidelines.</li><li>Maintains Ferrellgas office and plant or yard for a professional appearance.</li><li>Performs responsibilities during evening hours and weekends as needed.</li></ul>

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