Description
Summit Broadband Inc. is a cutting edge, fiber-based broadband provider delivering best in class residential, commercial, and hospitality technology solutions. This growing, dynamic high-tech company headquartered in sunny Central Florida is seeking a Legal Intern for the summer. The new Summit Broadband is poised for an incredible future fueled by team members dedicated to being the best.
Job Title: Legal Intern
Status: Internship / Approximately 15 Hours Per Week
Reports to: SVP, Legal and People Operations (HR)
Location: Orlando, Florida (Corporate Headquarters)
Position Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Intern to join our Corporate Legal Department for an 8-week, part-time summer internship. This is an excellent opportunity for a law student or pre-law candidate to gain hands-on, practical experience in a fast-paced corporate legal environment within the telecommunications industry. The intern will work closely with our small but experienced legal team, consisting of an Executive Legal Leader, two in-house attorneys, and a corporate paralegal. Primary duties will be project-based and support ongoing initiatives involving contract lifecycle management, regulatory compliance, legal document review, and cross-functional collaboration with our People Operations (HR) department.
Essential Job Functions
- Assist in the organization, categorization, and data entry of legal documents into the company’s new contract database.
- Review, draft, and revise a variety of legal agreements including customer contracts, vendor agreements, and independent contractor documents.
- Conduct legal research on federal, state, and industry-specific telecommunications regulations.
- Support the legal team in tracking regulatory and compliance deadlines and filings.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support the legal team’s initiatives and communication efforts.
- Participate in internal audits and data validation efforts for contract and legal document accuracy.
- Shadow and assist in meetings and operational activities across the Legal and People Operations departments.
- Prepare legal memoranda or summaries on current legal issues affecting the business.
- Observe and contribute to ongoing internal training, policy updates, and compliance initiatives.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Juris Doctor (JD) program or a pre-law undergraduate program with strong academic credentials.
- Preference is given to current law school students with intent to take the bar exam and pursue a legal career.
- Strong interest in corporate law, regulatory compliance, or the telecommunications industry.
- Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Professional demeanor, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional office environment.
- Creative approach to problem solving
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Capability to collaborate as part of a team and work independently
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to quickly learn new technology and platforms
- Organizational skills to effectively manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
Internship Requirements
- In-person attendance required at our Orlando, Florida corporate headquarters.
- Must be available for approximately 15 hours per week over the 8-week program.
Learning Opportunities
- Gain exposure to corporate legal operations and strategy.
- Receive mentorship from seasoned legal professionals.
- Experience the intersection of law and business decision-making in a real-world setting.
- Explore legal issues unique to the telecommunications industry.
- Network and interact with cross-functional teams, including People Operations (HR), Finance, and Operations.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Summit Broadband is a drug and tobacco free workplace. Candidates must be able to pass criminal background and drug screenings.
Summit Broadband, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Summit Broadband participates in the E-Verify program.
