Legal Operations Intern

James Hardie•Berwyn, IL

5d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

As a James Hardie intern, you will gain hands-on experience in your chosen field while contributing to meaningful projects that drive business results. Our 12-week paid internship program is designed to provide real-world industry exposure, strengthen your professional and technical skills, and help prepare you for a successful career. Throughout the program, you will collaborate with experienced professionals, build valuable relationships across the organization, and take on work that makes a measurable impact. You will also have access to mentoring opportunities and professional development resources to support your growth and career aspirations. Internship Objective Gain practical experience in a collaborative corporate legal department while contributing to projects aligned with department and corporate strategy. Assignments will be tailored to the intern's background and career interests and may include legal operations, administrative support, paralegal work, or research. The internship is intended to build relevant skills, deliver meaningful project contributions, and support the department's early-career talent pipeline. By the end of the internship, the intern will: Contribute meaningful work to legal operations, administrative, paralegal, or research projects based on the intern's skills and career interests. Build business-facing communication, project-management, technology, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrate accountability by honoring commitments, following through on assigned work, and collaborating effectively.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation in May 2029 (rising junior).
Strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Available to work full-time for 12 weeks during summer 2027.
Reliable transportation to and from the work location.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter who is motivated, curious, and comfortable taking ownership of assigned work.
Ability to collaborate with others, solve problems, honor commitments, and follow through.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and interest in using approved AI tools.
Interest or coursework in legal operations, paralegal studies, business, law, compliance, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Support process and technology projects aligned with Legal department and corporate strategy.
Organize project information, track actions, and help move assigned workstreams forward.
Assist with e-billing and financial management activities.
Support document and case management processes.
Contribute to the continued development of risk and compliance program activities.
Conduct research when appropriate to the intern's background and assigned projects.
Work collaboratively with Legal colleagues and business partners to solve problems and deliver practical results.