Stagiaire droit - 2026 - Law intern

Rio Tinto•Montreal, QC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Finding better ways™ to provide the materials the world needs. We are looking for an intern for a period of 6 months starting in july or september 2026. This position is part of the legal team in the Montreal regional center whose function is to provide legal advice and support to Rio Tinto and its business units, with respect to their commercial activities as well as operations and operations. The main business units and functions that the Legal Department serves are Aluminum, IOC (Iron), Iron and Titanium, Diamond Mines, Mining Exploration, Closure and Management of Legacy Sites, Procurement, Finance, Human Resources, Communities and Social Performance, and Health, Safety and Environment.

Requirements

Have completed at least the second year of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB, BCL or combination) or be eligible for the Barreau du Québec internship.
Be fluent in French and English, both orally and in writing.
Only students returning to studies after their internship or completing a credited final-year internship will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Very strong writing skills are desired
Very good analytical and summarizing skills
Autonomy and sense of responsibility
Good sense of work organization and prioritization
Versatility: being versatile is essential because there are many varied challenges
Good command of Microsoft Office 365 collaboration tools

Responsibilities

Conduct research and provide legal advice on issues in several areas of law, including commercial and corporate law, the environment, mergers and acquisitions, contract law, civil law, health and safety, and others
Prepare and analyze contracts and related legal documents, including commercial contracts, transactions, purchase of goods and services, confidentiality agreements and various memoranda of understanding
Monitor the company's compliance with the various laws and regulations that govern it
Assist team members with claims or litigation files
Assist members of the legal team in their role as corporate advisors on both strategic and operational matters
Prepare presentations and prepare training sessions