Intern (Summer/Fall)

Intern (Summer/Fall)-(24141040)

Are you a college student looking for an internship opportunity to expand your knowledge, skills, and experience in your field of interest? The Montana State Auditor, Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI) is currently accepting applications for summer and fall Student Internship opportunities

Why Work with Us?

The CSI, through its internship program, recognizes the importance for state government to identify, recruit, and retain the next generation of public servants. We value the contributions made by students and recent graduates of all ages and backgrounds.

The internship program provides students an immersive opportunity to combine classroom learning with part-time or full-time work experience. Our program allows students in colleges, trade schools, and other qualifying educational institutions a paid opportunity to work in the agency and explore careers while completing their education.

Students will gain relevant experience in their area of interest, which may include receiving academic credit toward graduation. For academic credit, internships generally align with an educational institution’s term schedule (fall, spring, and summer).

To learn more about the Agency, the division, benefits, and this position, please continue to read more and visit our “Work with Us” page on our website . Additional information about our internship program can be found .

CSI Overview

We are entrusted with protecting all Montanans by regulating two of the state’s largest industries—securities and insurance. We strive to foster a thriving Montana industry marketplace through education, common-sense regulation, and equitable enforcement of the law with swift accountability for fraudsters and justice for their victims.We are a criminal justice agency. 

Additional information about the CSI to include our Vision and Mission can be found by visiting our “About CSI” webpage .

Key Responsibilities;

Conducting research and analysis to support other teams. Collaborating with team members to contribute to ongoing initiatives. Participating in team meetings and discussions to gain insights into best practices. Support day-to-date tasks and projects as needed.

If selected for a legal internship, the responsibilities will consist of the following:

The position involves significant legal research and writing on insurance and security-related issues for use in criminal investigations and prosecutions as well as administrative enforcement actions under MAPA, in state district court proceedings, and briefing in the Montana Supreme Court. If a student is eligible to practice under the Student Practice Rule, CSI seeks opportunities for the student handle in-person proceedings before MAPA hearing examiners and appearances in state district court proceedings. The student may also have the opportunity to author and sign briefs in district court, the Montana Supreme Court, and in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The position also requires significant interaction with CSI’s internal clients, including legal analysis and writing in connection published Advisory Memoranda and trade secret protection issues.

Minimum Educational and Experienc e Requirements: 

For non-legal internships, you must currently be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field such as finance, accounting, or management; a mathematical science or statistical related degree; or a degree in political science. For legal internships, you must currently be pursuing a Juris Doctorate (JD) degree. Strong interest in your field with a desire to learn and grow. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proactive and enthusiastic with a strong willingness to contribute. 

---