What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Corporate Legal position at Oklahoma City Thunder?
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Description
The Oklahoma City Thunder is seeking a Legal Intern to join our Corporate Legal team to assist in legal and business affairs for all day-to-day activities. This role is open to students who are currently enrolled in a local Oklahoma City ABA-accredited law school.
This internship will begin the week of January 21, 2025. Our internship program offers hands-on experience, along with supplemental activities such as resume reviews, personal and professional development workshops, and events designed to enhance your internship experience. Perks include paid downtown parking and tickets to a home game during the season.
In this role you will:
- Assist the legal department on a broad range of legal matters for the Thunder, including commercial transactions, intellectual property, labor and employment, sweepstakes and contests, and litigation management
- Under the supervision of counsel, assist with drafting, reviewing, revising, and negotiating commercial agreements, including sponsorship agreements, services agreements, and other general contracts
- Perform general research on ongoing legal issues related to data privacy, copyright, employment law, state and local regulations, and various other matters as needed
- Assist with other general business and legal affairs projects as requested
What you’ll bring to the role:
- Must be a 2L or 3L. Required courses: Contracts
- Presently enrolled at an accredited college or university and approved by your school to receive internship credit
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Additional details:
This is a paid, in-person internship reporting to the Vice President, Corporate Legal. The work schedule will be 20-29 hours per week. The primary work location is the Thunder corporate office located at the Paycom Center in downtown Oklahoma City. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required for occasional local travel. Physical requirements include bending and lifting up to approximately 30 pounds.
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we know that teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills make a stronger company. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider applicants fairly based on qualifications, experience and business needs and provide equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We also consider applicants regardless of past legal system involvement, considering the needs of the role, nature of and recency of legal history. We are committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees through our culture of RAVE – Respect and Value Everyone.
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