Legal Intern

The J.M. Smucker Co.•Orrville, OH

3d•$18 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

Your Opportunity as a Legal Intern As an intern within our Legal department, you will gain substantive legal experience in numerous areas of law, including general corporate law, contract drafting and negotiation, litigation, securities, advertising, food law, intellectual property, and more. You will have the opportunity to work on projects with various attorneys within Smucker’s in-house legal department and will also participate in meetings with internal business teams, leadership, and external counsel used by the company. Successful candidates will efficiently manage tasks, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines for projects while maintaining a high standard of work. Candidates should exhibit initiative by identifying areas where assistance is needed and taking proactive steps to contribute to the legal team's effectiveness. Location: Orrville, Corporate Offices Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires

Requirements

1L or 2L (current full-time student); 2L or 3L (current part-time student); Spring Starts and 3+3 students are welcome
Interest in corporate law or obtaining in-house legal experience
Strong academics and involvement in extracurriculars, with preferred class rank in the top 40%
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
Collaborative, curious and self-motivated
Resume must include GPA and class rank (if available)

Responsibilities

Perform legal research
Draft memos & prepare high-level overviews of emerging legal issues
Assist in drafting internal policies & other company legal resources
Document reviews related to company litigation
Present new case law & regulations to the attorney team

Benefits

Unique opportunities to network and interact with company leadership
Customized professional development sessions
Networking events and social outings with fellow interns
Access to a fully equipped fitness center, complete with a basketball court, indoor walking track, and recreational league sports
The Orchard, our gourmet cafeteria, offering breakfast and lunch with seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients
A competitive compensation package, including paid corporate holidays
Compensation range: $18-25/hr
Actual hourly rate is determined based upon the year of college that will be completed at the start of the internship
Employee discounts at our Company Store
A housing stipend for interns relocating for the program