Legal Intern Summer 2026

Job DescriptionSUMMARY:This position allows the intern to gain hands-on experience within a boutique law firm specializing in healthcare law; An ideal candidate excels in working under pressure and is a team player.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Follows up on administrative appeals and documentation submitted to health insurers and governmental payers.Works well with attorneys and paralegals.Maintains workload.Updates and maintains records.Ensures compliance with procedures.Maintains professional growth and development.Is skilled, aggressive, cordial, and professional on the telephone to follow up on submitted appeals.Performs any other administrative duties as may be necessary.QUALIFICATIONS:Graduate or undergraduate degree.Other skills required: 1L or 2L Student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.Interest in healthcare and healthcare law preferred.Highly organized, aggressive, outgoing, and detail-oriented.Clear, concise, and logical writing style.Highly attentive to detail.Be able to handle large amounts of paperwork for a busy office.Must have excellent organizational skills.COMPETENCIES:Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.