What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Intern position at UFG?
Are you looking for an opportunity to grow as a young professional? Do you enjoy being part of a team where you contribute to a company’s success? If so, our internship program is just what you are looking for! Here at UFG Insurance, we are a company with SPIRIT (Service, Partnerships, Innovation, Respect, Integrity, and Trust). We believe in delivering on the promises we make to our employees, policyholders, agents, and to the communities that we live and work in.
UFG’s internship program is an ten-week opportunity to complete projects you’re proud of, network with insurance industry professionals, build strong networks/relationships to continue on after the internship is over.
As a Legal Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with litigated matters, negotiating contract language, regulatory and compliance topics, and have meaningful input on making changes implementing real-time liability mitigation strategies while networking with all areas of senior corporate management.
Here's what to expect:
- Legal research (50-state surveys of developing issues, docket searches)
- Review contracts (leases, third party vendors) & assist with vendor due diligence
- Assist with document production for litigation and subpoena responses
- Gain exposure to UFG's Leadership team through various networking events, including participation in the Build Your Own Network Program.
- Participate in a variety of development and social activities with interns from other business units.
Here's what it takes:
- Current law school student, minimum second year, preferably
- Proficient with Westlaw
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Class ranking in upper 25%
- Knowledge of and proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe, etc.
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Attention to detail
