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An internship with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. 

  

  • The Law Clerk will be part of the Society's Legal and Risk Management Team, reporting to the Senior Corporate Counsel while also working directly with the General Counsel, Corporate Counsel and Estates and Trusts Paralegal. The Law Clerk will work on a variety of projects, including conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, reviewing/redlining contracts, writing internal memos, preparing corporate policies and contract templates, reviewing contracts, and assisting various departments on different legal issues. The Law Clerk will attend meetings as appropriate to observe the role of in-house counsel and gain an understanding of how to provide legal advice and guidance to a large-scale organization.


The candidate must be a current 2L or 3L student at an accredited law school who is available to work 15-24 hours per week during the hours of 9am - 5pm M-F in their respective time zone.

 

This is a fully remote paid internship available for Summer 2024. The hourly rate is $20.

 

What You Will Do:

 

Legal research 25%

Drafting Legal Documents 15%

  • Draft Internal and external policies
  • Prepare internal memos
  • Draft legal correspondence

 

Work as in-house counsel law clerk: 60%

  • Review/Redline contracts
  • Communicate directly with Society staff and third parties, as appropriate
  • Assist with various legal issues as they arise
  • Monitor and assist with litigation and policy matters nationwide
  • Apply law school training to real-world scenarios
  • Assist with trusts and estates matters as appropriate

 

What You Will Bring:

  • Current 2L or 3L student at an accredited law school
  • Available 15 hours per week, for 12 weeks (M-F) during the hours of 9a-5pm in your time zone
  • Intermediate/advanced computer skills including internet searches, online databases, and Microsoft Office suite.
  • Ability to multi-task, communicate updates and challenges, and manage time effectively.
  • Naturally curious, ambitious, discerning with strong attention to detail, and an ability to use available resources to find a solution.
  • Independent, self-starter who operates autonomously while being a collaborative team player.
  • High integrity, strong work ethic and demonstrable ambition to learn
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software for e-mail, document and spreadsheet creation/management -- specific guidance will be provided.
  • Familiarity with and access to Lexis, Westlaw and/or Bloomberg Search Engines
  • Access to reliable internet, including a wired connection and webcam
  • Confidentiality: As an intern of the Society with access to information about or involved in, the qualification and cultivation of all existing and prospective members, donors, and patrons, each intern shall demonstrate the utmost respect and integrity in conducting Society business. Interns are directly and individually responsible to support and respect the fundamental right to privacy, especially as it relates to personal and financial information. As a representative of the Society, you are required to conduct yourself in strict accordance with applicable laws and Society policies regarding confidential information. The intent of these laws and policies is to ensure that confidential information is used only as necessary to accomplish the organization's mission. This applies to all types of information, regardless of form, including but not limited to hard copy, electronic, or any other medium.

 

What We Will Offer: 

We are dedicated to your personal and professional growth while you work with us and beyond.  Here are some of the things you can expect as an intern with our organization. 

Networking and professional development sessions with other interns across the organization 

Mentoring from Society staff dedicated to the internship program. 

The opportunity to uncover and leverage your strengths through Clifton Strengths assessment & evaluation. 

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that brings the power of diversity to life through our Employee Resource Groups “ERGs”, Inclusive Voices, Society Pride and Workability. Our ERGs are dedicated to supporting the continued development of your professional and leadership skills. 

Continued networking and engagement opportunities via our LinkedIn group for Past and Present interns 

Opportunity to learn about multiple sclerosis and work with the leading national organization supporting people impacted by MS. 

 

The hourly rate for internships is $15, except when noted differently above OR where local minimum wage exceeds that figure, in which case the hourly rate will be the higher of the two. If you are unable to be paid for this internship due to outside funding or other directives from your educational institution – please let your hiring manager know AFTER you have been identified as the final candidate.  

 

About the National MS Society 

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a national Non-Profit that exists because there are people with MS. Our vision is a world free of MS. Everything we do is focused so that people affected by MS can live their best lives as we stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end MS forever. 

 

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS.