Legal Intern

Daimler Truck North America

. Gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life legal learning opportunities .

Posted 10/12/2026internshipPortland • Oregon • United StatesEntry Level💰 $21 - $29 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal research and writing skills, with a focus on regulatory compliance and the ability to support cross-functional teams. Possesses a solid understanding of automotive industry regulations and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor Degree ProgramRegulatory SubmissionsLegal ResearchOral And Written Communication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Regulatory ComplianceSafety ActTREAD ActESG FilingsDocument ReviewMini-AuditsLegal WritingResearch Skills

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationTeam CollaborationAccountabilityCreative MindsetAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Automotive IndustryManufacturingTechnical ComplianceGovernment AgenciesNHTSAEPACARB

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life legal learning opportunities
Work on a variety of legal projects and matters under the close supervision of experienced attorneys supporting product and technical compliance
Actively contribute to projects within the Daimler Trucks North America organization
Work cross-functionally with various departments
Assist with improving legal processes
Attend internal client meetings as necessary and requested
Support responses to inquiries from government agencies such as NHTSA, EPA, or CARB by researching answers, reviewing documents, and drafting responses
Perform mini-audits to assemble timelines of events, communications, and related information
Prepare and review regulatory submissions, including Safety Act, TREAD Act, ESG filings, and audit responses
Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher from an accredited college/university OR have recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date (May/June)
Completed at least one (1) year toward a Juris Doctor degree program by the start of internship
Unquestionable integrity and appropriate handling of confidential information
Clear and flexible communication skills
Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
Strong sense of accountability and ownership of work
Strong oral and written communication skills
Solid organizational skills
Creative mindset
Interest in automotive industry, manufacturing, technology is preferred
Continuous improvement mindset is preferred
Curious and adaptable is preferred
Technical knowledge about vehicles is preferred
Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
Position is not open to Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews/mock interviews
Housing and transportation stipend
Employee resource groups
Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
Company social events
Relocation assistance when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria