Legal Summer Intern
Overview
The Express Summer Internship Program is a 10-week paid program that offers undergraduate Juniors, Seniors and grad students the opportunity to work with and learn from experienced professionals while gaining exposure to various aspects of a retail fashion company. The Summer Intern class will include students interested in hands-on experience in an area of interest and exposure to cross-functional collaboration as well as gaining valuable professional development.
The 2023 program runs from June 5th to August 11th, and positions will be available in our Columbus, Ohio headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside Express' Legal professionals.
- Draft policies, procedures, memoranda, and correspondence on legal and compliance matters.
- Perform legal research and analysis regarding various areas of the business including, but not limited to, employee relations, compliance, marketing, intellectual property, privacy, and corporate governance.
- Review existing and new contracts for key provisions.
- Shadow attorneys on calls and in meetings and assist in preparations for same.
- Other special legal research projects as assigned.
Key Attributes
- Interested in a career in fashion retail or a specialized department
- Curious and eager to learn
- Motivated self-starter
- Mature, responsible, reliable
- Detail oriented but able to work at a fast pace
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Organized, multi-tasker, self-starter
- Strong research skills
Requirements
- Availability to work full time (40 hours per week)
- Currently enrolled in law school
Closing
As an equal opportunity employer, Express does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected class. Express only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.