Intern - Legal

Panasonic•Bridgeton, MO

About The Position

As a Legal Intern in the 2027 Hussmann Summer Internship Program, you will gain practical experience supporting an in-house legal department and learn how legal considerations inform business decisions. Working with members of the Legal Department, you will develop legal research, analysis, and communication skills while gaining insight into the legal needs of a diversified operating company. The twelve-week summer program includes opportunities to network with company leaders and other interns, participate in community stewardship and career development events, tour Hussmann facilities, and compete in the Ideation & Innovation Challenge. For the challenge, interns work in cross-functional teams with Hussmann mentors and leaders to develop a solution to a provided problem statement and present a business proposal to judges, executive leaders, and the organization. Hussmann is a global leader in commercial refrigeration equipment serving the food retailing industry. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, the company offers products and connected solutions, supported by a nationwide network of technicians. Hussmann is a subsidiary of Panasonic USA and is committed to creating an inclusive environment.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited Juris Doctor program, with at least one year of law school completed before the internship begins.
Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment and handle confidential information with discretion.
Interest in exploring corporate or in-house legal practice and understanding the relationship between legal considerations and business operations.
Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Highly motivated and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal and factual research and communicate findings through concise written analyses, summaries, or other work product.
Assist with reviewing, drafting, and organizing contracts, correspondence, policies, and other legal or business documents.
Support Legal Department projects involving commercial, employment, intellectual property, dispute, compliance, policy, or other matters, based on departmental and business needs.
Collaborate with attorneys and business professionals to gather information, evaluate issues, and support practical solutions.
Develop an understanding of how an in-house legal department manages legal risk and supports company business operations.
Network with senior leaders, associates, and other program interns to learn about the organization.
Tour Hussmann's manufacturing facility, Global Hub, and R&D Lab.
Participate in community stewardship outreach, career development events, and team-building offsite events.
Compete in the annual Ideation & Innovation Challenge by working with a cross-functional team to develop and present a business proposal.