Legal Intern Jobs in Port Richey, FL (NOW HIRING)

Requisition No: 882312 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: DOT INTERN - D7 - 55990906

 Pay Plan: Student/Gradte Assnt

Position Number: 55990906 

Salary:  $15.00 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2026 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

750 / Chief Counsel - D7

OPEN COMPETITIVE

OTHER PERSONAL SERVICES 

PART-TIME INTERNSHIP POSITION

CONTACT PERSON:  Darlene Bell

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 813-975-6933

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Darlene.bell@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $15/hour

HOURS PER WEEK: 20

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers.  Visa sponsorship is not available.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

D7 Transportation Intern.

The D7 Transportation Intern will provide support to the Office of the General Counsel through case file organization, document review and assistance with administrative and compliance-related tasks. The intern will gain exposure to transportation law, government operations, and regulatory processes while working under the supervision of agency attorneys and paralegals. This role is ideal for a student to explore a career in public service, or government policy. 

Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys and paralegals with research, file review or case prep.

Support document management, including organizing case files, records and correspondence.

Contribute to special projects involving scanning of case files, disposition of archived case files, public records and departmental initiatives.

Provide general office communication and project support to the legal team.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

Florida Department of Transportation HQ

Office of General Counsel

11201 North McKinley Drive MS 7-120

Tampa, Florida 33612

Hourly Rate:

$  15.00

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Gain knowledge, skills and experience in the Transportation Industry.  Perform routine tasks under direct supervision from the below track within a work unit within the department.  Engage in research and provide insights to support initiatives.  Interact with executive leadership, team leads, project managers, fellow interns, and external partners.  Actively participate in team projects, contribute to agency goals, and assist in driving change within the organization.

Gain general knowledge, and perform technical tasks within the following focused track:

Self-Designed Track - (Any majors, explores specific areas for students desiring specific focus area(s)) Transportation Overview, One to three focus areas based on students' interest/university requirements.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Basic math

Skills in:

• Use of personal computer (PC) and Microsoft Office Application Programs

Ability to:

• Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Communicate effectively with others and follow oral and written instructions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High School Diploma or Certificate of High school Equivalency.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and provide identification supporting citizenship or authority to work for the duration of program participation.
• Participants are required to comply with all statutes and rules and the Department's policies, procedures, regulations, and Code of Ethics. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation's Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation's Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.