Legal Intern Jobs

A Legal Intern is an entry-level position in the legal industry where the intern gets first-hand experience of working in the field. They primarily assist attorneys, lawyers, and legal advisors with various tasks such as researching legal topics, drafting documents, compiling case files, and observing court proceedings. They may also engage in administrative tasks like organizing files, scheduling appointments, and maintaining databases. Being a Legal Intern provides a great opportunity to apply academic knowledge practically and build professional skill sets within the real work environment.

Important skills for a Legal Intern include strong research abilities, excellent written and verbal communication skills, good organizational skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. They should have strong analytical skills to interpret complex information. Some certifications, like a certificate of completion from an accredited paralegal program or law school enrollment, can be beneficial. Usually, a person might work as a Paralegal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or Legal Research Assistant before becoming a Legal Intern.

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2025 Summer Associate- Corporate Finance Turnaround and Restructuring

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Our Summer Associate internships will be approximately 8 weeks in length and will begin Summer 2025. Summer Associate positions are for candidates with an expected graduation date between December...

2025 Summer Associate- Corporate Finance Healthcare Transaction Advisory

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 hours ago

Our Summer Associate internships will be approximately 8 weeks in length and will begin Summer 2025. Summer Associate positions are for candidates with an expected graduation date between December...

2025 Summer Associate- Healthcare Performance Improvement, Analytics

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 hours ago

Our Summer Associate internships will be approximately 8 weeks in length and will begin Summer 202 5. Summer A ssociate positions are for candidates with an expected graduation date between...

Corporate Legal Internship

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago

Overview Opportunity: Corporate Legal Internship HHM Hotels (a leading hotel management and investment company) is looking for a legal intern to join its legal department....

Legal Intern- Kansas City

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 8 hours ago

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to...

Summer Associate

  • Topsham, ME
  • 8 hours ago
  • Topsham, ME
  • 8 hours ago

Summer Associate Momentum Conservation Opening posted: 02/24/2025 | Expires: 03/17/2025 About Momentum Conservation Momentum Conservation (Momentum) is a non-profit organization founded in 2012...

Legal Intern

  • Newark, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Newark, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Job Title: Legal Intern Job Summary: The Legal Intern is responsible for performing routine, intermediate, and advanced duties related to the customer, vendor, and commercial document reviews, as well...

Summer Associate, Team Member Engagement

  • Dallas, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 9 hours ago

Welcome to AMN Healthcare: Where Your Career Becomes the Next Big Success Story! Have you ever considered what it takes to establish one of the largest and most successful healthcare staffing and...

Legal Intern

  • Columbus, OH
  • 11 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 11 hours ago

Who We Are: The Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) oversees capital projects undertaken by state agencies and state-supported higher education institutions; manages Ohio's school...

Legal Intern 104957

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Business Unit The S1 Legal & Administration Line functions as the backbone support system for corporate security, legal affairs, government affairs, administrative affairs, procurement,...

Legal Intern - Corporate/M&A (PPI Internship)

  • Paris, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million active users,...

Legal Internship in Animation

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Titmouse is looking for an intern who wants to learn about the inner workings of the Business & Legal Affairs Department while collaborating with various teams across creative development,...

Legal Intern

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago

Are you looking to help transform a company and an industry? As a Stewart employee, youll be joining a company that is committed to helping you own, develop, and nurture your career while growing...

Summer Legal Intern 2025

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 22 hours ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 22 hours ago

Attention hardworking and enthusiastic 2Ls or 2Ls looking for a paid legal internship this summer. Join us at Young Brothers, LLC (YB), Hawaiis only authorized interisland cargo water carrier! One...

Summer Associate Intern - Market Solutions

  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago

The hiring range for this role is: $25.00 - $25.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay...

Legal Intern Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Decoding Forensics for Legal Professionals
Today, forensic evidence is integral to criminal investigations and trials. Therefore, it is important for legal professionals to have an understanding of the scientific foundations and...
Navigating Legal & Commercial Aspects of Sports
Leading academics in their respective fields will introduce you to the dynamic world of sports law and related business principles. You will develop an overall understanding of the key legal and...
Introduction to Innovation and Technology in Legal Services
From AI voice assistants to self-driving cars, technological innovation is changing the way society operates. This revolution is not leaving the legal profession untouched, with tech transforming...

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Salary for Legal Intern Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLegal research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Legal Interns offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.9%
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
Master's Degree
9.3%
Associate's Degree
5.7%
High School or GED
1.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Legal Interns
2-4 years
50.8%
None
15.4%
10+ years
11.8%
Less than 1 year
5.9%
1-2 years
5.8%
6-8 years
5.4%
4-6 years
4.8%


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