• Job Description

  Req#: 695572
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  Agency Overview

  The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by enforcing the financial responsibilities of parenthood, and to assist Massachusetts cities and towns in sound and efficient fiscal management.

  Vision

  Our vision is to conduct our operations in a manner that inspires public confidence in government by administering and enforcing tax, child support and municipal finance laws in ways that are innovative, customer-focused, and transparent.

  Division Overview

  The Tax Policy Division provides tax guidance and other information about tax laws and DOR to the Department’s stakeholders, responding to inquiries from media outlets, legislators, taxpayers, and tax practitioners. The Tax Policy Division also works closely with the Offices of Tax Policy Analysis and Digital/Marketing Services to ensure that various groups within the Department are communicating effectively and consistently.

  Bureau Overview

  The Rulings and Regulations Bureau is part of the Department’s Tax Policy Division and provides legal counsel and guidance to the Department of Revenue and the general public on the operation of the Massachusetts tax laws. The Rulings and Regulations Bureau is responsible for producing the Department of Revenue‘s public legal documents including regulations, technical information releases, directives and letter rulings. The Rulings and Regulations Bureau also provides tax guidance and other information about tax laws to taxpayers and tax practitioners.

  Position Summary

  The Legal Intern will assist attorneys in the Rulings and Regulations Bureau. Duties will consist of performing legal research on a variety of topics, drafting responses and responding to taxpayer and tax practitioner inquiries, and other related tasks as assigned, including, but not limited to, assisting with research and drafting of public written statements, and reviewing and drafting legislation.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Successful completion of coursework in, or prior employment experience involving state tax law.
  • Enrollment in, or intent to enroll in an accredited law school.

  Minimum Employment Requirements

  • Proof of enrollment as a full-time college student for the upcoming school year.

  Hourly rates are $21.00 for undergraduate students and up to $30.00 for graduate students based on field of study, experience, and grade level.

  All candidates recommended for a position with the Department of Revenue will be subject to a background check that includes checks for: state and federal tax compliance; child support compliance; education verification; Massachusetts CORI checks; criminal background checks in state(s) of current and previous residence/employment; validation of eligibility to work in the United States; and national fingerprint-based criminal background checks.

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  First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

  Please see Preferred Qualifications.

  Comprehensive Benefits

  When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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  Executive Order #595: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.

  An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

  The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

• About the company

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