Legal Intern

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Sparks, NV

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About The Position

This summer internship is part of SNC’s non-technical internship program and offers hands-on experience in an aerospace and defense business environment. The intern will work with SNC attorneys and gain exposure to mergers and acquisitions, employment, intellectual property, litigation, and government contracting law. The program includes mentoring, cross-functional workshops, participation in company projects, and opportunities to learn about the business and company culture. SNC’s corporate team provides strategic direction and business support across areas including executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

Requirements

• Be a college or technical-school sophomore, junior, or senior, with at least six months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
• Demonstrate an interest in attending law school.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance.
• Have relevant experience.
• Be currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Have strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Be able to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Have strong organizational skills and work ethic, and be detail-oriented.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or work experience in a related field.
• Familiarity with the aerospace and defense industry.
• Basic knowledge of data analysis tools and software.
• Microsoft Access skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in projects and complete assigned tasks that contribute to team objectives.
• Work closely with SNC attorneys and gain exposure to M&A, employment, intellectual property, litigation, and government contracting law.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Assist with collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support business decisions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation and reports.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements and team goals.
• Identify process-improvement opportunities and support implementation of best practices.
• Participate in workshops about the business and company culture.
• Communicate ideas, progress, and findings to team members and leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance.
• Three weeks of paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed