Legal Department Summer Associate (Compliance and Litigation) (1L) (Schaumburg-IL)

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Legal Department Summer Associate to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of complex projects with attorneys globally across multiple practice areas including commercial contracting and mergers and acquisitions. You may also receive some assignments in privacy and employment. You will be exposed to multiple areas of in-house practice for a well-rounded experience, but this role will be concentrated in litigation/compliance. As a Legal Department Summer Associate, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

This summer position is based in Schaumburg, IL (Hybrid remote)

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Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Legal Department Summer Associate. We're looking for a first-year or second-year law student intern to join our Legal Department and our diverse network of colleagues across the globe who believe in our service-first mission and our guiding Value & Beliefs. If you own your position on the team, have integrity when no one is watching, and believe in balancing your work life with a little fun & laughter, then this position could be for you.

Who We Are

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer's best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What you'll do with "Our Training and Your Experience"

• Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
• Work on a variety of complex projects with attorneys globally across multiple practice areas including commercial contracting and mergers and acquisitions.
• Receive some assignments in privacy and employment.
• You will be exposed to multiple areas of in-house practice for a well-rounded experience, but this role will be concentrated in commercial contracts/M&A.
• Performs other duties as requested or required.

What You'll Need

• First year law student in good standing, graduation class of 2027.
• Strong academic track record.
• Strong writing and communication skills to articulate information in a clear and understandable manner.
• Relentless dedication to excellence in high-quality standard of work while also being personable, warm and caring.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Natural aptitude for solving problems.
• Desire to learn and grow.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Eagerness to contribute in a team-oriented setting.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company.

Requirements:

Education: First year law student in good standing, graduation class of 2027.

• Strong academic track record
• Strong writing and communication skills to articulate information in a clear and understandable manner
• The priority is for candidates who will be able to travel to Schaumburg, Illinois
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

How to Apply?

Submit your resume and provide in 200 words or less, in lieu of a cover letter submit a response to the following prompt:

We believe that each colleague brings a unique set of experiences and perspectives that enrich our workplace. Please share a personal experience that you believe would uniquely contribute to your role at our company. This could be a challenge you've overcome, a project you're particularly proud of, or any other experience that has shaped your skills and outlook. How did this experience prepare you for the responsibilities of the practice of law, and how do you think it will help you succeed in your internship.

Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.

Please note that this job posting includes salary information for the assigned target market range within the primary geographic region the requisition is posted. If the position is posted in multiple locations or is a remote position, the salary range may vary. Individual pay rates will, of course, vary depending on the job, department, and location, as well as the individual skills, experience, certifications, specific licenses, and education of the applicant.