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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for employment law intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Employment Law Intern assists attorneys and legal teams with matters related to workplace law, such as researching labor regulations, drafting legal documents, and supporting case preparation. Interns may also observe client meetings, participate in investigations of workplace disputes, and help prepare for hearings or trials. This role provides hands-on experience with employment discrimination, wage and hour laws, workplace safety, and compliance issues, helping students gain practical insight into employment law practice.

What kinds of projects and tasks can an Employment Law Intern expect to handle during their internship?

As an Employment Law Intern, you can expect to work closely with attorneys and paralegals on a variety of projects, such as conducting legal research on workplace regulations, drafting memos or case summaries, and assisting with the preparation of documents for litigation or compliance. Interns often help review employee handbooks, analyze recent case law, and support client meetings or interviews. This role provides valuable exposure to both the advisory and litigation aspects of employment law, offering a well-rounded experience in a collaborative team environment.

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Political Law Intern

Political Law Intern

Akin Gump

Washington, DC • Hybrid

$19.50 - $22.50/hr

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Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Location: Washington, DC
Schedule: 20-25 hours a week; between 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. We are currently seeking a Political Law Intern to support our Public Law & Policy practice for Fall 2026, reporting directly assigned attorney(s), advisor(s), and practice management.
 
This position will reside in the Washington, DC office with hybrid work capabilities. The Political Law Intern will be responsible for supporting the needs of our Political Law practice, as well as get the opportunity for exposure to clients with varied legal questions-campaign finance, pay to play, lobbying registration and reporting, gift and ethics rules, and a wide variety of other interests.
 
Key responsibilities of this position include:
  • Conduct basic research and package findings.
  • Assist with client requests for registration and reporting thresholds and gift rules.
  • Draft memoranda as requested.
  • Work on discrete projects as requested by senior attorneys.
  • Attend meetings and calls with clients.
  • Other support functions as required.
Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, two years of college preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of the legislative process a plus, but not required.
  • Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office including Word and Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong research and writing skills.
  • Ability to work proactively and demonstrate initiative.
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize among competing tasks under pressure and time constraints.
  • Ability to work in a team setting and collaborate with peers and superiors.
  • Good judgment and a strong sense of responsibility, integrity and loyalty.
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of client, firm and office information and adhering to the Firm's Core Values.
  • Able to work overtime.

The hourly rate range for this position in Washington, DC is $19.50 to $22.50. 

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