ABC Commission Legal Intern (Fall 2026)

Agency Safety Division 70000075 Dept of Public Safety Job Classification Title Student Intern (S) Position Number Grade PORT 12 About Us The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. Description of Work Ready to turn your education into real-world experience? If you're a college student or recent graduate interested in the legal field, the ABC Commission which is a division of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS) offers an exciting internship where you'll gain hands-on experience providing legal support services, work alongside experienced professionals, and build the skills needed for a successful career in public service. Continue reading to learn how you can make an impact. This internship is designed for currently enrolled and/or recently graduated (within 6 months) college students. A copy of your current college transcripts (official or unofficial) must be submitted to verify eligibility. Applications missing this requirement will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration. The ABC Commission is seeking a legal intern for the Fall of 2026. Specific responsibilities include legal office support work including agenda meeting preparation, legal research, possible public interaction, drafting legal documents under supervision, assisting with case preparation, reviewing files, attending court proceedings, and organizing evidence. As an intern, you will be exposed to various aspects of administrative law environment from working with law enforcement, office duties and courtroom procedures. Most of the work is confidential. This internship is expected to start on August 24, 2026, and continue through October 23, 2026. The work schedule is part-time (up to 30 hours per week) Monday-Thursday. The rate of pay is $15.00 per hour. We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program. A COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT IS REQUIRED TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY. PLEASE ATTACH YOUR UNOFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT(S). Please note: The selected intern will be required to provide a letter of recommendation from a professional reference or academic advisor/professor before being hired. Interns will be hired through Temporary Solutions, which operates as the State’s temporary employment agency. As a temporary position there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences ·          DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.       The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.  All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources .     Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.      Management Preferences   o     Must be currently enrolled in college or a recent college graduate. NOTE:  "Recent" graduates are those who have graduated within the last 6 months. o     Must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Criminal Justice or other legal fields preferred, but any major will be considered. Recent graduates (with the last 6 months) will also be considered. A college transcript is required to determine eligibility.  Please attach your unofficial college transcript(s).  The transcript must include your name, courses/major, and the name of the college/university. Note : Please make sure your application is complete before submitting because the system will not allow you to reapply. (Your college transcript must be attached.) Note : Interns must submit to a background check and fingerprinting or consent to agency onboarding requirements. The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.   Transcripts    o     Transcripts are