Legal Department Intern

COAST DENTAL•Tampa, FL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Legal Department Intern works within the legal team to gain hands-on experience in corporate legal work and supports the team’s day-to-day functions. This is a paid, part-time, non-exempt internship at $15.00 per hour, with an anticipated schedule of Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., through May 31, 2027. Actual hours worked must be accurately recorded. The intern may shadow legal team members, assist with legal research and document preparation, support compliance efforts, and organize legal files. The role requires safeguarding confidential and sensitive information, including privileged communications, attorney work product, litigation materials, patient information, and personnel records. The intern will attend meetings with the legal team and other departments to learn about ongoing projects and perform other assigned duties and administrative tasks. The position is intended for someone currently enrolled in an undergraduate Legal Studies program or a related field and working toward a four-year degree. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program in Legal Studies or a related field.
Working toward a four-year degree.
Strong research and writing skills.
Ability to safeguard confidential and sensitive information, including attorney-client privileged communications, attorney work product, litigation materials, patient information, and personnel records.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Shadow members of the legal team as they perform their daily duties.
Assist with legal research and analysis on issues affecting the company.
Draft, review, and proofread legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
Review existing legal forms on CoastNet, research applicable legal and regulatory requirements, and prepare proposed updates for review and approval by the General Counsel before publication.
Support compliance efforts by helping to monitor regulatory changes.
Organize, maintain, and manage legal files and documentation.
Maintain confidentiality of legal department information and follow applicable privacy, security, and access-control requirements.
Attend meetings with the legal team and other departments to understand ongoing projects.
Perform other duties and administrative tasks as assigned.
Accurately record actual hours worked.