Legal Co-Op Fall 2027 (July - December)
About The Position
The Watts Internship Program is your chance to bring what you've learned in the classroom to life! You’ll dive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while learning how business really works from the inside. During the program, you’ll get to roll up your sleeves and make an impact on day-to-day operations. Plus, you'll have tons of opportunities to network with passionate professionals across manufacturing, industrial engineering, and more—sparking new ideas through cross-department collaboration. It’s all about expanding your skills, challenging yourself, and exploring where your ambitions can take you! This Legal Co-Op (i.e. highly motivated, data-driven) individual, as part of the Corporate Legal Team, will support the Legal Department’s attorneys by assisting with legal research, document preparation, and case management related to employment law, product liability, and general corporate matters. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, in-house legal environment and interact with various departments in the Company. This role is ideal for someone looking to gain practical legal experience in an in-house setting and contribute to a supportive legal team. This position reports to the Assistant General Counsel. This role is hybrid and is based in North Andover, MA.
Requirements
- Current student (sophomore, junior or senior status).
- Pursuing a degree in legal studies, paralegal studies, or a related field.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Knowledge of legal terminology and principles.
- Familiarity with legal research tools, such as Westlaw and Practical Law.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
- Passionate about your work, with a genuine desire to contribute meaningfully and make an impact.
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity and respect in interactions with others, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership of tasks and following through on commitments.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship now or in the future.
Responsibilities
- Conduct and organize research on statutes, regulations, and case precedents to support attorneys in advising the human resources and other teams in the Company and managing product standards and related litigation.
- Help in developing and implementing policies and procedures that ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and foster a fair workplace environment.
- Assist in the training of employees on legal compliance and employment law matters.
- Assist with various general corporate matters, including corporate governance and subsidiary organizational matters.
Benefits
- Flexible PTO Policy – Work-life balance is important at Watts and our interns receive one (1) hour of flexible PTO for every thirty (30) hours worked. Your flexible PTO can be utilized for any type of absence.
- Paid Holidays – Celebrate the holidays with your loved ones and still get paid! You will receive the following paid holidays off during your time as an Intern with Watts. Where a holiday falls during the weekend, it will be observed on an adjacent weekday.
- Lunch and Learns – Throughout your internship, there will be opportunities for you to sign up to learn and network with some of the key strategic leaders and thought partners within our core operating model!
- Sustainability – For five years in a row, Watts has been named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies" by Newsweek. Join our journey as we continue to distinguish Watts as a responsible and committed corporate citizen.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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