Title IX Summer Intern
Job title: Title IX Summer Intern in New Mexico at New Mexico Highlands University
Company: New Mexico Highlands University
Job description: Position InformationPosition Title IX Summer Intern
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Job Type Term Appointment
Position SummaryThe selected intern will work directly with the Title IX Coordinator, who is a licensed attorney. Through the tasks listed below, they will learn about Title IX's regulatory requirements, with focus on the internal complaint process for Title IX at a state university, the steps in implementing Title IX support services, and Title IX record-keeping.This is an in-person position. Remote work will not be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in closing out files by writing case summaries and completing party correspondence.
- Observing at intakes when agreeable to the complainant.
- Observing and participating in policy development.
- Completing at least one legal research project that will generate a writing sample.
- Contributing to, and participating in, educational outreach efforts.
- Protecting the confidentially of case information at all time.
- The selected intern will be offered the chance to complete a Title IX certificate free of charge if they choose.
- Other tasks consistent with Title IX may be assigned as needed.
- Completion of at least one year of law school in good standing as of May 2025. 1Ls and 2Ls will be considered.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited JD program.
- B or higher in legal writing or comparable writing-focused coursework.
- Interest in regulatory law or administrative procedure.
- Legal research
- Writing (both legal writing and writing about legal topics for non-legal audiences)
- Proofreading
- Professional demeanor in stressful or emotionally-charged environments
- Understanding of how and why to protect confidential information
- Sitting frequently
- Standing frequently
- Indoor climate-controlled working environment on a University campus.
- Applicant may be subject to emotional stress in the working environment due to exposure to sensitive topics such as stalking and sexual violence.
- Resume
- Writing sample up to 10 pages (if your writing sample relates to the facts of a real legal matter, please redact any identifying information before submitting).
- Cover letter that describes your interest in this internship.