About the role#
Johnson Controls is seeking first-year law students for a 10-week paid summer 2027 internship. You will work with our in-house legal team to gain hands-on experience in a global corporate environment. This role provides exposure to various legal matters including contracts, litigation, labor and employment, intellectual property, data privacy, compliance, investigations, and mergers and acquisitions.
What you'll do#
- Work closely with the in-house legal team, business professionals, and outside counsel.
- Conduct substantive legal research and analysis.
- Draft legal memoranda and other written work product.
- Review contracts and various legal documents.
- Identify and analyze legal, compliance, and business risks.
- Support legal projects across a variety of practice areas.
What you'll need#
- Status as a full-time law student who will have completed the first year of law school by the summer of 2027.
- Anticipated law school graduation in 2029.
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and creative problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with a diverse team.
- High level of motivation and adaptability.
- Detail-oriented approach with high ethical standards.
- Interest in applying legal skills to commercial objectives and business realities.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position based at the North America Headquarters in Glendale, Wisconsin.
- The internship is paid at $29.00 per hour, subject to adjustments based on experience and market data.
- Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls provides building systems, thermal management, and energy efficiency solutions. The company serves sectors including data centers, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and manufacturing. It operates globally with headquarters in Cork, Ireland. The organization employs over 60,000 people and focuses on building automation, security, and HVAC technology.
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