Legal Intern

Main Campus - Boston, MA
R05849

Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons University was one of the first higher education institutions to prepare women to become leaders and has evolved to become a university offering a women's undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all.

You're joining our community at an especially exciting time as one of our strategic goals is to become the most inclusive campus in New England. You'll find that people who work here are truly committed to our mission of preparing students to become champions of social justice and leaders in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace.

Job Summary
Simmons University is seeking a Legal Intern to assist the General Counsel's Office with various responsibilities for the 2019 Summer (approximately June 10th through August 9th). Reporting to the Institutional Equity Investigator, the Legal Intern will assist with contract review, legal research, problem-solving, risk management, the drafting of documents, and special projects for the Board of Trustees, as well as interact closely with University administrators.

This position will provide first-hand exposure to a variety of issues in higher education law, regulatory and internal policy compliance, risk management, and governance. This position requires discretion, diplomacy, and good judgment. The ideal candidate will be one who works well both independently and with others, and who can work with tight deadlines. As a University committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we seek candidates with a demonstrated ability to work with individuals across a broad range of social and personal identities and perspectives.

Responsibilities:

• Review contracts;
• Conduct legal research for assigned projects;
• Draft legal documents;
• Other projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in law school, entering either the 2nd or 3rd year as of Fall 2019
• Ability to demonstrate:
  • Well-developed research and writing skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented work habits

Required Application materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Writing sample

Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the "Resume/CV" box on page 2 ("My Experience") of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).

Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individual's community experience. As a university committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices-at all levels, for all positions-ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.


To apply, visit https://simmons.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Simmons-Careers/job/Main-Campus---Boston-MA/Legal-Intern_R05849

Located in Bostons historic Fenway area, Simmons College is a small, private, non-sectarian College which has educated students for enriching careers and purposeful lives since 1899. Working at Simmons means joining a collaborative, diverse and mission-driven community of educators and professionals.

We prepare students to be leaders for themselves, their communities and the world. Our faculty and staff members lead by example - sharing a commitment to excellence and putting the students first.