Legal Summer Intern

Martin's Point Health Care • Portland, ME

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Martin's Point Health Care - an innovative, not-for-profit health care organization offering care and coverage to the people of Maine and beyond. As a joined force of "people caring for people," Martin's Point employees are on a mission to transform our health care system while creating a healthier community. Martin's Point employees enjoy an organizational culture of trust and respect, where our values - taking care of ourselves and others, continuous learning, helping each other, and having fun - are brought to life every day. Join us and find out for yourself why Martin's Point has been certified as a "Great Place to Work" since 2015. Position Summary Looking for a great summer internship experience? Here’s your chance to gain valuable work experience with an in-house legal department in the health care industry! The Legal Intern will support the Martin’s Point legal team on a variety of projects. This role will work closely with attorneys, compliance staff, and business partners. This internship is designed for an undergraduate student with an interest in law and health care. This internship will begin in late May and the duration of the internship program is 12 weeks. Please note that this is a hybrid working arrangement; some work will be done in our Portland offices and some remotely. Interns must live in Maine throughout the 12-week program. Job Description Employees are expected to work consistently to demonstrate the mission, vision, and core values of the organization. Key Outcomes: Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth legal research on health care regulations, data privacy and compliance issues, as well as emerging trends. Assist in analyzing and summarizing statutes, case law, and regulatory developments relevant to health law. Provide support to the in-house legal department on projects related to a wide range of topics, including health care, employment, human resources, communications, information technology, and information privacy. Document Drafting and Review: Contribute to the preparation and review of legal documents, contracts, and agreements. Collaborate with our legal team to ensure the accuracy and compliance of legal documents. Corporate Compliance: Assist in developing and implementing strategies to ensure the organization's compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. Collaboration and Networking: Engage with professionals across different departments to gain a holistic understanding of health law in a corporate environment. Attend networking events and seminars to build connections within the legal and broader health care community. Position Qualifications There are additional competencies linked to individual contributor, provider, and leadership roles. Please consult with your leader to discuss additional competencies that are relevant to your position.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a two or four-year undergraduate degree program
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Interns must live in Maine throughout the 12-week program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research on health care regulations, data privacy and compliance issues, as well as emerging trends.
• Assist in analyzing and summarizing statutes, case law, and regulatory developments relevant to health law.
• Provide support to the in-house legal department on projects related to a wide range of topics, including health care, employment, human resources, communications, information technology, and information privacy.
• Contribute to the preparation and review of legal documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Collaborate with our legal team to ensure the accuracy and compliance of legal documents.
• Assist in developing and implementing strategies to ensure the organization's compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Engage with professionals across different departments to gain a holistic understanding of health law in a corporate environment.
• Attend networking events and seminars to build connections within the legal and broader health care community.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed