Knowledge Intern

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive.  Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm.  Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career.  Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

Summary
Provides basic administrative, research and office support for an assigned department or practice group. Uses internship as a means to gain practical work experience to reinforce specific knowledge gained through college education.Generally, an Intern will support a well-defined function, department or practice group.
 

Reports To

• Department Manager

Responsibilities

Performs administrative duties to include creating and editing documents, maintaining spreadsheets, and analyzing basic data.

• Researches information, gathers data and prepares basic reports or analyses.

• Collates documents, brochures or other materials.

• Prepares basic correspondence. Accesses document management system to update and/or create new documents as needed.

• Attends and participates in meetings to gain an understanding of department objectives and recent activities.

• Assists on special projects and assignments.

• Answers phones, files and responds to questions as necessary.

• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Requirements

• Junior or senior undergraduate student interested in pursuing a career in law

• Data analytics, GenAI and/or coding experience

• Previous office or internship experience

What will your day look like?
In this exciting opportunity, some of your responsibilities will include reviewing, analyzing, and gathering raw data from various types of legal documents, including transactional agreements and litigation briefs, preparing related data visualizations, and drafting presentations on areas of interest.  You will perform various administrative tasks as needed, including document formatting and electronic file-keeping. You may participate in meetings to gain an understanding of department and practice group initiatives. You will also have the opportunity to work on special projects as needed.

Desired Skills
Solid skills in Microsoft office to include Word and Excel. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Good interpersonal and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum Education

• Candidate should have completed at least two years of college, with a preference for 3 or more.

Minimum Years of Experience

• To qualify for the internship, candidate must have an interest in gaining practical work experience. Some previous office or internship experience preferred.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;

• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;

• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;

• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;

• Foster positive work relationships;

• Comply with all firm policies and practices;

• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;

• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment-The firm's work location requirements may be modified at the firm's discretion

• Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process: Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected].

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00 per

hour, depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. (IF

APPLICABLE) Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid

overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other

factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and

professional background, and overall qualifications.

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center.