2027 Legal Internship
About The Position
Textron is seeking a motivated, responsible, and mature student considering a career in public service, government relations, public policy, defense, or international trade and compliance. The intern will assist with daily activities and special projects, collaborate directly with senior attorneys and business personnel, and receive coaching and mentoring from experienced in-house personnel. The 10-week paid summer internship is located in Washington, DC and offers full-time hours. The program includes mentorship, training and development opportunities, real project work, and hands-on experience. Alternative work schedules are available at select locations.
Requirements
- Be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a BA/BS degree.
- Have a strong GPA and academic record.
- Demonstrate well-developed organizational and fact-gathering skills.
- Be able to work as part of a team and independently as experience is gained.
- Have strong analytical and communication skills.
- Be able to multitask and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced work environment.
- Demonstrate high integrity.
Nice To Haves
- A degree focus in public policy, legislative affairs, foreign affairs, or international affairs is preferred.
- Interest in defense or military, international affairs, and public affairs is preferred.
- Prior professional-environment work experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Draft memoranda and special-project reports or presentations.
- Attend and participate in meetings and presentations.
- Provide government policy-tracking support to Washington Operations personnel.
- Monitor relevant legislative, executive-branch, and international developments and prepare required reports.
- Assist with research and analytical data tracking or projects related to defense and military procurement and sustainment.
- Help staff stay informed about hearings, meetings, forums, and media reports concerning issues of interest to company business units and programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Remain open to future career development opportunities within Textron business unit locations.
Benefits
- Paid internship with a prepaid stipend
- Mentorship, training, and development opportunities
- Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment
- Alternative work schedules at select locations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
