Legal Intern

Hayward Holdings, Inc. is seeking a motivated Summer Legal Intern to join our in-house Legal Department for Summer 2026. Over the course of this 10-week internship, the selected candidate will gain hands-on experience working closely with Hayward’s legal team on a variety of corporate, transactional, and compliance-related matters.

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain practical exposure to the day-to-day operations of an in-house legal department at a publicly traded global manufacturing company, while collaborating with attorneys and cross-functional business partners across the organization.

• Assist with corporate securities and regulatory compliance matters related to a publicly traded company

• Support public company governance activities, including preparation and review of governance materials and internal policies

• Conduct legal research and assist with matters related to intellectual property protection, including trademarks and patents

• Support the legal team on employment law matters, including policy review and documentation

• Review, organize, and assist in the drafting of commercial contracts and agreements

• Assist with legal project management, coordinating with internal stakeholders and outside counsel

• Perform legal research, prepare summaries, and support other projects as assigned by the legal team

• Currently pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) or related legal degree

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Interest in corporate law, commercial transactions, or in-house legal work

• Ability to work in-person at Hayward’s Charlotte, NC headquarters for the duration of the internship