2025 Legal Intern

Description

WHO WE ARE

Textron is a renowned global multi-industry company with a diverse portfolio spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care, and fuel systems.Our brand lineup includes leading names like Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and many others.With a strong worldwide presence and a workforce of 34,000 individuals across 25 countries, we prioritize attracting top talent.

JOB SUMMARY

This is a 10-week, paid summer internship with full-time hours. The internship will run from June 2, 2025 to August 8, 2025. The position will be located in the Legal Department at Textron’s Worldwide Headquarters in Providence, Rhode Island, but some projects and assignments may require paid travel to other Textron facilities.

Textron seeks a highly motivated, responsible, and mature student interested in the intersection of business and law. You will collaborate directly with senior attorneys and business personnel of a publicly traded company and be expected to assist with and participate in daily activities and special projects.You will gain valuable hands-on experience and will benefit from coaching and mentoring by seasoned in-house personnel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting in the preparation of Textron’s annual Corporate Responsibility Report.

• Conducting reviews of Securities and Exchange Commission filings and other public reports from industry peers, focusing on disclosure topics such as environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters.

• Researching the positions of ESG ratings firms and institutional investors regarding ESG issues.

• Aiding in the creation of documentation related to the corporate governance of Textron’s numerous subsidiaries.

• Conducting due diligence and assisting in other aspects of potential M&A transactions.

• Monitoring developments in artificial intelligence and its possible use cases and pitfalls in an in-house legal setting.

• Participating in Textron’s global anti-corruption compliance process for vetting third party intermediaries.

• Assisting with ethics and compliance and global trade compliance risk assessments at various Textron locations.

• Participating in jury research activities and trial theme development.

• Aiding in the creation of eDiscovery search strategies.

• Drafting memoranda and special project reports and presentations.

• Attending and participating in meetings.

• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Currently enrolled as a rising 2L student at Georgetown University Law Center

• Accepted into the Business Law Scholars (BLS) Program at Georgetown

• Strong GPA and academic record

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Well-developed organizational and fact-gathering skills

• Ability to work as a member of a team and independently, as experience is gained

• Strong analytical and communication skills

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced work environment

• High integrity

WHY TEXTRON?

Textron puts a high value on work-life balance.We have an on-site fitness center where you can partake in 1:1 personal training, take classes or workout with co-workers.Getting involved in Enterprise Resource Groups and fun workplace activities makes the work more meaningful and enjoyable!

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members and we have a broad mix of levels and tenures that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.

Join Textron today and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation, creativity, and collaboration.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-Rhode Island-Providence
Job Function: Legal
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Internship / Co-Op
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 08/28/2024, 7:31:48 AM
Job Number: 327191