About the position
HII - America's largest shipbuilder and a global, all-domain defense provider - is offering an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Legal Intern for the summer of 2025 at our office in Fairfax, Virginia. This internship is designed for students currently enrolled in a Juris Doctorate program at an accredited law school. The internship will last a minimum of 10 weeks and will provide students with hands-on experience in various areas including business, finance, information technology, and legal and government affairs. Interns will have the chance to support the leaders who are driving the future of HII, gaining valuable insights into the operations of a major defense contractor. As a Legal summer intern, you will be involved in a variety of tasks that will enhance your understanding of the legal field within a corporate environment. You will attend Law Department staff meetings, review Teaming Agreements and Nondisclosure Agreements, and conduct legal research. This research will include preparing memoranda and other documents on topics related to Government contracting, compliance, the Civil False Claims Act, and Government Ethics issues. Additionally, you will attend meetings with business units and outside counsel, support internal investigations, and assist with employment and other litigation matters. The internship aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the duties of in-house counsel at a publicly traded company, equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful legal career. To apply for this internship, candidates must provide specific information including their school name, degree program and major, anticipated graduation date, current academic level, overall GPA, and unofficial transcripts. The deadline for applications is Sunday, November 3, 2024. This internship is a full-time position requiring a commitment of 40 hours per week during the summer.
Responsibilities
- Attend Law Department staff meetings
- Review Teaming Agreements and Nondisclosure Agreements
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda and other documents on various topics
- Attend meetings with business units and outside counsel
- Support internal investigations and employment and other litigation
- Perform additional assignments as requested
Requirements
- Enrolled in a Juris Doctorate program at an accredited law school
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Continuing in a Juris Doctorate program in the fall following the internship
- Ability to work a 40-hour work week for a minimum of 10 weeks during the summer
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices
- On-site health centers
- Tele-medicine
- Wellness resources
- Employee assistance programs
- Savings plan options (401K)
- Financial education and planning tools
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts
- Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
