Summer Legal Intern

Department: Institute of Applied Engineering / 0-2134-000

College/Division: College or Engineering

Salary Plan: Temporary

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $25 per hour 

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

The University of South Florida Institute of Applied Engineering provides agile, best-value engineering solutions to enhance the performance, effectiveness of its sponsors, including the Department of Defense and other federal agencies, state and local governments, and industry. These engineering solutions include hardware-and-software-based research, advanced technology development, prototypes, and technical services.

POSTION SUMMARY:

This position will support IAE's research addressing issues involving transactional law, research integrity and compliance, intellectual property, export controls, corporate governance, academic affairs, and administrative law.

DUTIES:

Collaborate with IAE staff and attorneys in USF’s Office of the General Counsel to (i) draft, edit, and review contract documents; (ii) participate in negotiations with internal and external stakeholders; and (iii) research complex legal issues, including federal contracting, research integrity and compliance, intellectual property, and export control. Participate in team meetings as scheduled. The duties listed may either or both change and not be representative of all duties associated with the position..

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications:

· Performs administrative support and technical assignments associated with contract or grant funded sponsored projects requiring either a college diploma or experience of such kind and amount as to provide a comparable background. Higher education may substitute for the experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Pursuing a law degree at a local accredited law school.

· Current GPA of 3.0 or above.

· Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Information for Applicants 

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 36957 

How To Apply 

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Equal Employment Opportunity 

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.

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Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) , Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) .

Work Location 

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About USF 

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF 

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region.  At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees.  We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

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