The Iowa Attorney General’s Office has internships available in its Consumer Protection Division in Des Moines, Iowa. Interns will work on consumer complaint cases, special projects, and ongoing consumer-related projects. They will have the opportunity to work with attorneys, investigators, support staff, and independently. Most interns also have a chance to attend trials, oral arguments or hearings.

Our interns assist attorneys and investigators on cases that affect a great number of consumers. As complaint handlers, interns have the opportunity to be advocates for consumers: corresponding with companies to resolve conflicts and to ensure fair treatment of consumers. Consumer issues the Attorney General’s Office has recently handled include: autos, credit, home repair, internet scams and telemarketing.

Desired characteristics include outstanding oral and written communication skills, initiative, and the ability to work independently and with others. Full and part-time, unpaid internships are available. The Consumer Protection Division prefers interns to commit a minimum of 8 to 10 hours a week. Though unpaid, we will assist in meeting academic credit requirements. Interns in the Attorney General’s Office come from a variety of majors and interests including pre-law, public policy, political science, consumer and family sciences, law enforcement, business, and communications. This internship opportunity offers great work experience, support and supervision from friendly and esteemed professionals.

APPLICATION

For more information contact:
Debra Moore, Executive Officer
Consumer Protection Division
dmoore@ag.state.ia.us
Ph:(515) 281-8770
Fax:(515) 281-6771

Iowa Attorney General’s Office
1305 East Walnut Street
Hoover State Office Building
Des Moines, IA 50319