NJ LEEP Summer 2023 Internship
Company: Verizon
Location: Rolling Meadows
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Job Description:
When you join VerizonVerizon is one of the world's leading
providers of technology and communications services, transforming
the way we connect across the globe. We're a diverse network of
people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future.
Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of
technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we
are moving the world forward - and you can too. Dream it. Build it.
Do it here.What you'll be doing...Verizon's Legal College
Internship Program for NJ LEEP Alumni seeks to continue Verizon's
relationship with NJ LEEP by helping the professional development
of NJ LEEP Alumni. This internship will provide exposure to the
practice of law in a corporate legal setting and introduce interns
to the diverse and complex nature of in-house legal practice at
Verizon.Interns will work in partnership with Verizon's 1L Summer
Law Interns and contribute to meaningful projects in our in-house
legal department. You will use your drive and enthusiasm to
contribute to and learn about the diverse areas of law covered by
our corporate legal department. Interns will also have the
opportunity to work with different areas of the Verizon legal
department, including Verizon's worldwide Pro Bono Program. What
you learn will help you grow professionally and personally.In this
role, you may have the opportunity to:
- Research and summarize legal developments and/or case law in
practice areas such as Real Estate, Product Development, M&A,
Compliance, Labor and Employment, IP, Tax and Privacy.
- Contribute to projects that relate to state and/or federal
regulatory issues affecting the communications industry.
- Participate in business, sales and marketing meetings.
- Work with Verizon and law firm partnering attorneys on Pro Bono
Program projects and matters.
- Support negotiations with customers and/or vendors by drafting
documents such as summaries and contract provisions.
- Review and draft provisions for our technology and software
sourcing contracts.Produce written work product subject to our
confidentiality restrictions.Go on field trips to different
offices, Verizon retail stores, the technology office, aviation
units, and more to learn about different aspects of the law.What
we're looking for...You're a motivated self-starter. Never
satisfied with the status quo, you're always trying to beat a
personal best. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where new
challenges come up every day. You are flexible, dependable and work
well in varying environments. Learning quickly is personally
rewarding and inspires you to take smart risks.---You'll need to
have:
- Current full-time enrollment in a Bachelor's program.
- Completed The NJ Leep Program.
- Must be 18 years or older.---Even better if you have one or
more of the following:
- Interest and intent in pursuing a legal degree.
- Demonstrated strong verbal, written, communications and
presentation skills.
- Demonstrated independent thinking, relationship management, and
attention to detail.
- Demonstrated analytical and leadership skills.If Verizon and
this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even
if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed
above.Notice(s)Verizon will consider qualified applicants with
criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of
the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Equal Employment
OpportunityWe're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and
celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know
that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a
collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity
and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel
valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and
contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page
to learn more.
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