About the role#
The Morongo Legal Department provides legal services and representation to the Tribe, its elected officials, administrative departments, and various enterprises. This internship offers a tailored program where you will work on clearly defined projects over the course of eight to ten weeks. You will learn the demands of in-house legal counsel, improve your lawyering skills, and gain exposure to substantive Indian law projects. This position requires a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Work closely with the Legal Department on specific projects throughout the summer.
- Engage with the Morongo Tribal community, lands, and enterprises.
- Handle sensitive information while maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the department.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a 2L or 3L student in Fall 2026.
- Coursework in Native American law.
- Experience drafting legal memoranda.
- Strong research and analytical abilities.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, internet software, and electronic file storage.
Location & details#
- Location: Banning, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time, paid position.
About Morongo Band of Mission Indians
The Morongo Band of Mission Indians operates as a government agency based in Banning, California. The organization maintains a diverse portfolio of gaming and non-gaming businesses that contribute to the regional economy. It serves as the largest private sector employer in the Banning-Beaumont area. The workforce includes over 3,000 people, with most employees residing in local desert cities and the Banning Pass.
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