Contracts Legal Intern

JOB SUMMARY

The Legal Intern will assist in uploading, identifying, organizing, and extracting key contractual terms for inclusion in a new centralized contracts database and contract lifecycle management tool. This Internship is 100% onsite in Waukesha, WI and will end when the 2025 Fall semester begins. 

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in identifying and collecting executed customer and vendor contracts from various Power Transformer facilities.
• Review contracts to extract and input key terms such as payment terms, termination clauses, liquidated damages, warranty provisions, and limitations of liability into the centralized contract database.
• Support the Legal and Contract Management teams in organizing contracts for improved visibility and tracking.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy while handling sensitive legal documents.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistency and completeness of entered contract data.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on contract lifecycle management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information 
• Interest in contract law and commercial legal practice

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• Current 1^st or 2^nd year Law Student, with completion or currently enrolled in a contract law course

Preferred Education / Experience

• Experience with SalesForce

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Key Working Relationships

Contract Management Team, Legal Department, Commercial Operations, and cross-functional business units.

Physical Demands

Must be able to work on-site in an office environment and sit for extended periods. 

Working Conditions