Position Title:Law Fellow
Appointment Type:Contract
Job Description:
The Office of General Counsel at Iowa State University is seeking a graduating third-year law student to fill a two-year Law Fellow position. This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work closely with seasoned attorneys across a variety of legal fields.
Why You Should Apply:
Broad Exposure to Multiple Practice Areas: Gain exposure to Litigation, Labor & Employment, Intellectual Property, Global, Corporate, Student Affairs, and Real Estate.
Comprehensive Legal Experience: Assist in conducting research, drafting litigation papers, negotiating and drafting agreements, and advising on University policies.
Mentorship and Supervision: Work under the guidance of experienced attorneys, providing you with invaluable mentorship and professional growth.
Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects, including responding to civil rights complaints, drafting policies, and handling public record requests.
Professional Development: Enhance your legal skills and build a robust professional network within the university and beyond.
This is a unique chance to develop your legal expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you're ready to take your legal career to the next level, apply now and become a vital part of the Iowa State University legal team. The successful candidate will have strong academic credentials, as confirmed by an academic transcript, and excellent oral and written communication skills, as demonstrated by application materials, interview, and references.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Must be enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school at the time of application
Must be a third-year law school student
Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or better
6 months of intern experience in a higher education legal office
Preferred Qualifications:
High academic credentials, as confirmed by academic transcript
Evidence of continuous professional development, such as attending workshops, seminars, or courses in higher education law and policy
Evidence of a strong work ethic toward the goal of becoming an outstanding attorney in higher education
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Why Choose Iowa State University?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, sick time, and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Proposed Start Date:May 18, 2026
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:Contract
Original Posting Date: April 24, 2026
Posting Close Date:May 1, 2026
Job Requisition Number:R19072
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive?land-grant?mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university's verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.
If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
