| Location | St. Paul, MN |
| Salary | $20–$26.22 Per Hour |
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The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota's largest public law offices and as of 2026, has been recognized as a Top Workplace Minnesota six years in a row and Top Workplace USA five years in a row.
Job Details
Working Title: Law Clerk - Spring 2027
Job Class: Legal Assistant 1 Attorney General
Agency: Attorney Generals Office
The work youll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job Summary
The Office is currently seeking three Spring Law Clerks to work directly with Assistant Attorneys General across all divisions of the Office, and gain hands-on experience reviewing documents, researching legal issues, drafting written product, and appearing in court. This position allows law students to develop professional skills and expand their knowledge while performing meaningful and challenging work on a wide variety of issues. We require our law clerks to assume a significant amount of responsibility over their files and put forth the very best work on behalf of the public.
Applicants should be prepared to work 20 hours per week during a ten-week period beginning in January 2027. Law Clerks receive a salary of $20.00/hour. This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (combination of in-office work and telework).
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Current student in good standing with an accredited law school
Strong academic credentials
Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills (writing sample required)
Ability to:
Adapt in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment
Show excellent judgement, character, and work ethic
IMPORTANT! All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages) in one document
Physical Requirements
Additional Requirements
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. This background check may consist of the following components:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Theresa Pinger at theresa.pinger@ag.state.mn.us or 651-300-7162.
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Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
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