About the role#
This is a paid, part-time internship for Winter 2027 based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. You will work on-site to gain hands-on experience in legal affairs, policy development, and risk assessment while supporting the legal team at Family & Children's Services.
What you'll do#
- Meet with the Associate General Counsel for project briefs and research assignments.
- Partner with the Privacy Officer on compliance and privacy projects.
- Research legal matters and write internal memos.
- Manage Protected Health Information incident reports and conduct fact-finding to assess potential breaches.
- Author breach risk assessments and present your findings to the review committee.
- Analyze and revise policies to ensure they meet state and federal regulations.
- Work with program staff to draft new policies and organize documentation.
- Help the legal team draft, negotiate, and finalize contracts and lease agreements.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Juris Doctor program at an accredited law school, with at least one year of study completed.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and organizational ability.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A valid driver license, a satisfactory driving record, and proof of automobile insurance.
- Ability to use your personal vehicle to travel to various office locations.
Location & details#
- Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Family & Children's Services
Family & Children's Services is a nonprofit organization based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Founded in 1921, the agency operates as a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic. It provides mental health care, addiction treatment, and crisis services to adults, children, and families. The organization employs approximately 1,180 people across its network of office locations.
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