Workers Compensation Board
328 State StreetSchenectady , NY 12305
Division/Unit: Finance/Special Funds Group
Web Site:
http://www.wcb.ny.gov
Student Assistant (Legal Intern) (ID: 106875) for Fall 2018
Agency/Facility
Schenectady , NY 12305
School Affiliation
Albany Law School
Proposal Information
Description:
This position will be in the Special Funds Group (SFG) and will handle, as assigned, tasks related to the claims handling oversight, contracts, reimbursement process and settlements that the SFG oversees and participates in. A minimum of a one year commitment is highly desired. Tasks include but are not limited to: research and writing; drafting of legal documents [i.e., appeals, settlements, forms, policies]; assisting in settlement process; review of legal documents prior to signature by agency; assisting in preparation of files for hearing; and special assignments and projects as they arise.
Hours: 8:30-4:30, M-F during summer; varied schedules and fewer hours allowed during school year.
Please note: This vacancy is being posted in anticipation of an approved waiver to fill items.
Skills:
Legal Research and Writing
Good Communication Skills
Computer Skills:Excel, Power Point, Word
Internship Areas: Accounting/Auditing, Budgeting, Financial Administration, Investigations, Legal Specialties
Logistical Information
Payment? Paid
Number of Hours: 30 or more
Location: Schenectady
Number of Interns Needed: 4
Desired Candidate Profile
Preferred Standing 2nd Year Law Student
Minimum Standing: 1st Year Law Student
Degree Concentrations: Business Administration, Financial Studies, Health Services, Human Services, Information Technology, Legal Studies, Liberal Arts, Public Administration