KDHE's Office of Legal Services is seeking a current law student to work part-time on primarily environmental matters but may also perform work relating to public health law or general administrative law. The intern will be responsible for researching case law, writing memos, preparing legal documents, and other tasks. The intern must be available to work at least 10 hours a week.
Agency Information: Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Our agency head is Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. We are made up for three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health care finance (which includes KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof. This allows us to take a holistic approach to the health and well-being of all Kansans.
Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. KDHE does not provide sponsorships for this position.
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About the Position
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Who can apply: Anyone (External) who meets minimum qualifications
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Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
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Full/Part-time: Part-time. The position is allowed up to 999 hours per year max.
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Work Schedule: 10 hours a week, will work with your schedule
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Eligible to Receive Benefits: No
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Office Location: Curtis State Office Building
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Application Deadline: April 7, 2026
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Sponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position.
Compensation
Hourly Pay Range: $15.03
Internship Project Duties
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is seeking an Intern to join our Internship Program in the Office of Legal Services located in our Curtis State Office Building for the summer.
An intern opportunity to learn and provide support to legal group, including research, writing, administrative support, hearing prep, prepares drafts of legal documents, etc. Filling this position would be very helpful to Legal office, which is short staffed (in public health) and has a heavy caseload currently. Did not fill during pandemic due to resource constraints but ready to fill now.
We are seeking a current law student to work part-time on primarily environmental matters but may also perform work relating to public health law or general administrative law. The intern will be responsible for researching case law, writing memos, preparing legal documents, and other tasks. The intern must be available to work at least 10 hours a week.
Minimum Qualifications
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Currently enrolled in an accredited law school
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Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State
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Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to sites.
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Due to the nature of the business, the incumbent must be a minimum of 18 years old at the time of employment.
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As a condition of employment, will be subject to a criminal background check.
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High School and Bachelor’s Degree required.
Preferred Qualifications
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Ability to follow directions and work independently.
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Ability to work well with others.
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Ability to communicate in writing and in personal interactions.
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Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
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Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
Required Documentation for Application
Resume
Letter of Interest / Cover Letter
Post Offer Requirement
State of Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate. The successful applicant (even non-residents) must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website within 10 days of the date the applicant has been offered the employment position. A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact (785) 296-3199. Visit the Tax Clearance site for more information on and where to obtain this Kansas Department of Revenue document.
Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Melody Hazard
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612
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