What are the responsibilities and job description for the The Heritage Group - Legal and External Affairs Intern position at The Heritage Group?
About The Heritage Group
The Heritage Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned business focused on construction and materials, environmental services and specialty chemicals. Over the last 90 years, the Heritage portfolio has grown to include more than 50 companies that employ more than 6,000 people. What unites this diverse group of businesses and individuals is our commitment to create a safer, more enriching, and sustainable world by harnessing the power of family.
The Heritage Group (THG) is seeking a joint intern for the External Affairs and Legal department. The internship will run from May 12th - August 1st. The intern will learn about the daily operations of The Heritage Group's External Affairs and Legal teams and develop an in-depth working knowledge of public policy issues facing The Heritage Group as well as the legislative process.
Essential Functions
The Heritage Group Internship Program provides hands-on, paid experiences in a corporate function or within one of our many operating companies. Interns can expect to network with other students and professionals, gain useful skills, receive mentoring, and make their own contributions to the organization. Additionally, interns can participate in our weekly hosted events focused on professional development, team building, and community service.
Intern pay is non-negotiable and is calculated based on current academic class standing $17/hour (Freshman) - $20/hour (Senior), etc.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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The Heritage Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned business focused on construction and materials, environmental services and specialty chemicals. Over the last 90 years, the Heritage portfolio has grown to include more than 50 companies that employ more than 6,000 people. What unites this diverse group of businesses and individuals is our commitment to create a safer, more enriching, and sustainable world by harnessing the power of family.
The Heritage Group (THG) is seeking a joint intern for the External Affairs and Legal department. The internship will run from May 12th - August 1st. The intern will learn about the daily operations of The Heritage Group's External Affairs and Legal teams and develop an in-depth working knowledge of public policy issues facing The Heritage Group as well as the legislative process.
Essential Functions
- Help external affairs team coordinate a day at the track for legislators and elected officials for Carb Day.
- Help invite elected officials to industry events (i.e. US Agg plant inspections) and attend such events.
- Research and write memos on various policy proposals.
- Conduct legal research projects and summarize findings.
- Review and revise company policies and procedures.
- Attend legal team strategy meetings.
- Create power point presentations concerning relevant legal updates.
- Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.
- Required High School or Equivalent
- Preferred Bachelor's Degree : Open to all current college students pursuing an undergraduate degree at an accredited institution with preference for journalism, pre-law, political science, etc.
- Ability to troubleshoot challenges that arise.
- A "figure it out” mentality and willingness to tackle any situation that may come your way.
- Proficiencies in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft tools.
- Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry small parcels, packages and other items and walk short distances.
The Heritage Group Internship Program provides hands-on, paid experiences in a corporate function or within one of our many operating companies. Interns can expect to network with other students and professionals, gain useful skills, receive mentoring, and make their own contributions to the organization. Additionally, interns can participate in our weekly hosted events focused on professional development, team building, and community service.
Intern pay is non-negotiable and is calculated based on current academic class standing $17/hour (Freshman) - $20/hour (Senior), etc.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Salary : $17 - $20
