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Legal Internship
USAble Life. Conduct legal research and summarize findings on regulatory issues, contracts, and case law .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills while maintaining professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive information. Proficient in managing multiple tasks and collaborating with cross-functional teams on legal matters.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Juris Doctor (JD) PursuitLegal Research SkillsContract Drafting and ReviewMicrosoft Office ProficiencyInterest in Corporate Law
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Hard Skills
Legal ResearchContract DraftingRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical SkillsWriting Skills
Soft Skills
ProfessionalismDiscretionTime Management
Tools & Technologies
WestlawLexisNexisMicrosoft Office
Industry Keywords
Corporate GovernanceRisk ManagementIntellectual PropertyRegulatory AffairsCompliance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct legal research and summarize findings on regulatory issues, contracts, and case law
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and organizing contracts, policies, and memoranda
- Support compliance efforts by tracking regulatory changes and internal policy updates
- Participate in meetings and prepare materials for legal proceedings or internal reviews
- Maintain legal files and databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on legal aspects of business operations
- Assist with special projects related to corporate governance, risk management, or intellectual property
Requirements
What you’ll need- Currently pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- High level of professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with legal research tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis is a plus
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Interest in corporate law, compliance, or regulatory affairs
- Ability to commit to a 40-hour work week during the 10-week internship
- Currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in a related area of business
- Sophomore classification or higher
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
- Minimum of one year of work experience or equivalent military experience
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
- No visa sponsorship available
Benefits
Comp & perks- Opportunities for personal and professional development
- Mentorship from experienced legal professionals
- Hands-on experience in legal research, document review, compliance, and corporate governance
- Remote work arrangement