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Quasi-Legal Institute

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501(c)(3) nonprofit status pending

For Institutions

Information for employers, universities, and partners about our internship programs and organizational structure

Organization Overview

Quasi-Legal Institute Incorporated is an independent research organization registered in the State of Wisconsin (established May 2025). Our mission is to investigate quasi legal practices—actions that are technically legal but ethically problematic—in government and corporate systems. Our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status is currently pending.

Internship Structure

Educational internships designed to comply with Department of Labor guidelines

Program Details

We offer unpaid, remote Public Policy & Legal Research internships to undergraduate and graduate students. These internships are educational in nature and fulfill Department of Labor guidelines for unpaid internships.

Key Features

  • 2-month flexible cycles, 2–5 hours per week
  • Mentorship by volunteer staff
  • Publishing credit on public briefs

Deliverables Include

Research Memos

Policy analysis and research documentation

Public Reports

Comprehensive accountability investigations

Visual Tools

Data visualizations and interactive dashboards

Eligibility & Participation

Our internship programs are open to students, early professionals, and research volunteers worldwide. We do not require university sponsorship or course enrollment, although we support those pursuing credit.

Credit & Verification

We are happy to coordinate with university faculty, career services, or corporate internship offices to support evaluations. Our Executive Director can provide confirmation letters, signed evaluation forms, and documentation of hours worked and tasks completed.

Organizational Details

Legal Name

Quasi-Legal Institute Incorporated

State

Wisconsin (Domestic Corporation)

Date Established

May 27, 2025

501(c)(3) Filing

Pending

For Academic Partners & Faculty

Collaborate with us to advance public-interest research and civic technology.

Legal & Policy Research

Lend your expertise in legal theory, constitutional law, public policy, or administrative law to our investigations.

Data Science & Analytics

Contribute to data collection, analysis, and visualization for our civic technology tools and reports.

Curriculum & Education

Help develop educational materials, workshops, or guest lectures on government accountability.

Ready to Collaborate?

We welcome inquiries from faculty and academic professionals interested in contributing to our mission.

General Contact Information

If your organization, campus, or compliance office needs verification or has additional questions, please contact:

Daniel McCombs

Founder & Executive Director

director@quasilegalinstitute.com

Quasi-Legal Institute is currently filing for 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Tax-exempt recognition is pending.