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Internship - Business Compliance and Regulation Division

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Internship - Business Compliance and Regulation Division

Salary

$0.00 Hourly

Location

Lansing, MI

Job Type

Internship - Non Paid

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2301-26-BCRDIntern

Department

Department of State

Opening Date

10/15/2025

Closing Date

10/26/2025 12:00 AM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

N/A

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

Job Description

The Michigan Department of State (MDOS) is seeking qualified undergraduate and graduate interns. The MDOS is the oldest and most public facing department with a mission to administer driver and vehicle laws and policies, provide consumer protection, and to oversee elections. Licensing drivers, registering motor vehicles, regulating repair facilities and mechanics, and supervising the state election process are among MDOS’ primary duties.

MDOS operates under the leadership of the Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Michigan’s 43rdsecretary of state who was sworn in on January 1, 2019. Her focus for the Department of State is customer-service excellence, innovation, integrity and transparency, and ensuring that all citizens have equal access to the participation necessary to sustain our democracy. An independently elected official, the secretary of state and the Department of State work alongside the Governor’s and Attorney General’s office, other state departments and legislative leaders.

The Business Compliance and Regulation Division is seeking an intern for the Spring 2026 and beyond. The ideal candidate will demonstrate interest in the legal system, legislative process, and administrative hearing practices.

The position will primarily focus on legislative document review, legal document input, assisting with compiling and constructing legal documents to ensure thoroughness, legal assistance with reviewing various regulatory and compliance cases for dealers, mechanics, repair facilities, driver testing businesses, and driver education businesses. Analyzing and reviewing data within the Customer and Automotive Records System, along with assisting in conferences, administrative hearings, tracking data, and other projects as assigned.

Through this internship, student interns will develop or further strengthen the following competencies:

+ Building Strategic Working Relationships

+ Building Trust

+ Communication

+ Contributing to Team Success

+ Planning and Organizing

Exact dates and times for this position are flexible and will be determined. The BCRD office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 to 5:00pm.

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Required Education and Experience

Education:

Candidates are currently enrolled in law school.

Experience:

We are seeking applicants with the following qualifications/skills:

• Demonstrated interest regulatory and compliance, law, legislation.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Highly organized, self-directed, and resourceful

• Team-oriented, flexible and mission-driven approach to all tasks and projects

Additional Requirements and Information

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. MDOS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

Applicants are asked to attach a resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to this application when applying.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.

01

Are you currently enrolled in law school?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have legal experience aside from law school? If so, how many years and please describe your experience.

03

Do you have experience in reviewing legal documents or legislation?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you have experience reviewing legal documents or legislation, please describe your experience. If you do not possess this experience, please enter, "none".

05

How many years of Microsoft Office experience do you possess?

+ None

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 3 years

+ 3 to 5 years

+ More than 5 years

06

Are you team oriented, flexible, and driven with an open approach to all tasks and projects?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Did you attach a resume, transcripts, and letter of interest to this application as requested?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Department of State

Address

[email protected]

Lansing, Michigan, 48909

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