Legal Intern

JM&A Group • Deerfield Beach, FL

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Legal Intern will support the legal departments of Southeast Toyota Distributors and Southeast Toyota Finance (World Omni Financial Corp.). Working directly with in-house attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, the intern will contribute to legal projects related to the automotive industry, gain exposure to the practice of law in a corporate environment, and support broader company initiatives. The JM Family College Internship Program offers meaningful work experiences connected to students’ programs of study, along with learning opportunities and networking events. The program also introduces interns to JM Family’s culture and its core values: Consideration, Cooperation, Communication, Innovation, and Accountability.

The internship runs from May 24, 2027, through July 30, 2027. Candidates should be available to work full-time during the program. The position has flexible working arrangements depending on business needs, and the intern must be able to work on-site or in a hybrid arrangement at the Deerfield Beach, Florida offices for the duration of the program. Work arrangements may be revised based on associate performance, business need, and manager discretion.

Requirements

• Be actively enrolled in an accredited law school and have completed 1L coursework before the internship begins.
• Have completed at least one semester of coursework in an accredited college or university degree-seeking program; the posting also describes a focus in a relevant field, with candidates in related fields considered.
• Demonstrate legal research and writing skills, with basic knowledge of contracts and legal terminology.
• Have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining close attention to detail.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative, curious, and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and the ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
• Be able to work on-site or hybrid at the Deerfield Beach, Florida offices for the duration of the summer internship program.
• Be available to work full-time during the Summer Internship Program, May 24, 2027, through July 30, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, concise written analysis to support in-house attorneys.
• Review customer complaints and litigation matters and provide general legal support as needed.
• Assist with contract review and drafting.
• Support the review of legal policies and procedures.
• Attend client meetings and present legal research and findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff across Southeast Toyota Distributors and Southeast Toyota Finance on legal projects and company initiatives.

What This Job Offers

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