Legal Operations Intern

Why Work at Banner?

For over 50 years, Banner Engineering Corp has been at the forefront of some of the biggest industry trends, such as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and our photoelectric, ultrasonic, and vision sensors, LED lights and indicators, monitoring solutions, and other safety products are used by Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders worldwide. Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do. As part of ongoing efforts to optimize legal operations, Banner is seeking a talented and motivated law student to join Banner’s in-house legal department as a Legal Operations Summer Intern.

Position Summary

The Legal Operations Summer Intern will work closely with our legal team to support the implementation of legal operations software utilizing artificial intelligence (AI). This role offers a unique opportunity for a rising 2L or 3L law student to gain hands-on experience in legal technology while contributing to the day-to-day operations of our in-house legal department.

Duration:

• This is a full-time summer internship position, with a duration of three months.

Banner is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist in the Implementation of legal operations software, contract lifecycle management (CLM), used for managing the process of contracts from request, justification, negotiation, execution and archival while tagging meta data for tracking of key attributes such as effective/expiration dates, parties contact information, governing law, etc.
• Once gaining a working knowledge of the CLM, candidate will take a lead role in configuring and customizing the software to meet the specific needs of the legal department and the corporation.
• Candidate will be expected to collaborate with the legal team, administrative teams and IT department to further the implementation of legal operations software to ensure the business needs are met, while having the ability to train and leveraging AI technology.
• Additional Day-to-Day Legal Support:
• Conduct legal research and analysis on various topics as assigned by the legal team.
• Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate governance documents.
• Assist in document management, organization, and maintenance of legal files and databases.
• Participate in meetings and discussions with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and provide updates on project progress.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams:
• Work closely with colleagues from different departments, including IT, compliance, and business operations, to ensure alignment and integration of legal processes with overall company objectives.
• Communicate effectively with team members to facilitate smooth project implementation and address any issues or concerns.

What You Bring to the Table

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

Required

• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school and completed at least one or two years of legal studies (rising 2L or 3L).
• Basic understanding of legal concepts and principles, with strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to work onsite at our Plymouth, MN office for the duration of the internship.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Demonstrated interest in legal technology, AI, or legal operations is preferred but not required.

What to Expect at Work

• Physical Demands

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

• Sit for up to 8 hours per day
• Exposed to a computer screen for up to 8 hours per day
• Utilize a computer mouse, keyboard, computer, and other standard office equipment
• Required to talk or hear frequently

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Corporate office environment – indoor and climate-controlled

This job description reflects management’s assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.