Job Description

Summer Legal Intern - Full-Time Position

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid - 2 days in office per week)

Duration: Summer 2026

Position Type: Full-Time Internship

Salary Rate: $25.00-30.00/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented legal intern to join our in-house legal team at our mid-sized technology/telecommunication company. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate legal operations while contributing to meaningful projects that directly impact our business operations.

Primary Responsibilities

Contract Management & Organization (Primary Focus)

• Organize and systematically file all internal digital contracts using established naming conventions and filing protocols
• Ensure accurate labeling and categorization of contracts for easy retrieval and reference
• Maintain contract databases and tracking systems
• Assist with contract review and analysis as needed

Additional Legal Support

• Provide assistance with collections matters, including document preparation and case tracking
• Conduct legal research on various corporate and commercial law topics
• Draft memoranda, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Support legal team with ad-hoc legal projects and administrative tasks
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to strategic legal initiatives

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school, having successfully completed first year (1L)
• Strong academic performance with a grade of B or higher in Contracts coursework preferred

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word (required)
• Working knowledge of SharePoint for document management
• Competency in Microsoft Excel for data organization and analysis
• Experience with legal research databases (Westlaw, LexisNexis)

Location & Availability

• Must be available to work in our Chicago, IL office a minimum of 2 days per week
• Full-time availability throughout the summer term

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in corporate law, contract law, or in-house counsel practice
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Previous internship or work experience in professional environment

What You'll Gain

• Direct exposure to in-house legal operations at a growing technology company
• Mentorship from experienced legal professionals
• Practical experience with contract management and corporate legal procedures
• Understanding of how legal considerations integrate with business operations
• Professional networking opportunities within the legal and technology sectors

Application Requirements

Please submit the following materials:

• Resume
• Cover letter explaining your interest in in-house counsel work
• Law school transcript (unofficial acceptable)
• Two professional or academic references

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