2027 Summer Legal Intern

AFLAC, INCORPORATED.; Columbus (GA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plans

11 paid holidays

Up to 20 days PTO

Job summary

Aflac, a Fortune 500 company, invites you to join a hybrid role in Columbus, GA. You will report to an office for at least 60% of the work week and work from home for the remaining time, engaging in administrative tasks while supporting legal and business units with research and reporting.

Minimum education is a High School Diploma or equivalent; strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills are required, along with proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in major PC applications, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Internet access.
• Familiarity with Westlaw and Lexis Nexis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance on specific projects within the assigned business unit; assist with ad hoc projects.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and prepare reports for management; identify process improvements.
• Develop analytical, project management, leadership, and presentation skills through involvement in strategic projects.
• Receive training and perform duties to become familiar with division functions, policies, and practices.

Skills

Administrative skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's

Rising 2L/3L law student

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis Nexis

Microsoft Office

Job description

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We are the duck. We develop and empower our people, cultivate relationships, give back to our community, and celebrate every success along the way. We do it all… The Aflac Way.

Aflac, a Fortune 500 company, is an industry leader in voluntary insurance products that pay cash directly to policyholders and one of America's best-known brands. Aflac has been recognized as Fortune’s 50 Best Workplaces for Diversity and as one of World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere.com.

Our business is about being there for people in need. So, ask yourself, are you the duck? If so, there’s a home, and a flourishing career for you at Aflac.

Worker Designation

– This role is hybrid. This means you will be expected to report to one of our Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA for at least 60% of the work week. You will work from your home (within the continental US) for the remaining portion of the work week. Details of this schedule will be discussed with your leadership.

What does it take to be successful at Aflac?

• Acting with Integrity
• Communicating Effectively
• Pursuing Self-Development
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Change
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Working with Diverse Populations

What does it take to be successful in this role?

• Basic administrative and organizational skills
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates acceptance of responsibility, flexibility in acceptance of assignments; exhibits dependability
• Proficient in major PC applications, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Internet access

Education & Experience Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Education & Experience Preferred

• Actively pursuing Bachelor's or Masters degree in related field
• Proficient in Westlaw and/or Lexis Nexis
• Rising 2L or 3L student at an ABA-approved law school
• Proficient in Westlaw and/or Lexis Nexis
• Legal research and writing skills
• Prepare research memos, briefs, and corporate transaction documents
• A clear interest in Corporate, evidenced by coursework, certificate programs, or prior work experience

• Provides assistance and works on specific projects within the assigned business unit; may assist with ad hoc projects related to the industry, and/or business unit processes
• Collects, organizes, analyzes, and prepares reports for management; assists team in identifying process improvements
• Continuously develops analytical, project management, leadership, presentation, and other business skills by involvement in strategic projects and work assignments
• Receives training and performs duties in assigned business unit to become familiar with division functions, operations, management skills or style, and company policies and practices affecting each phase of business
• Observes experienced personnel to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures, and standards required for performance of departmental duties
• Participates in roundtable feedback discussions to interact with other participants and to offer program improvement ideas
• Performs other duties as required

Total Rewards

The salary range for this job is $20.00 to $25.00. This range is specific to the job and salary offers consider a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and peer compensation. The range has been created in good faith based on information known to Aflac at the time of the posting.

At Aflac, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role to allow for future and continued salary growth, and compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. This salary range does not include any potential incentive pay or benefits, however, such information will be provided separately when appropriate.

In addition to the base salary, we offer an array of benefits to meet your needs including medical, dental, and vision coverage, prescription drug coverage, health care flexible spending, dependent care flexible spending, Aflac supplemental policies (Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity offered at no costs to employee), 401(k) plans, annual bonuses, and an opportunity to purchase company stock. On an annual basis, you’ll also be offered 11 paid holidays, up to 20 days PTO to be used for any reason, and, if eligible, state-mandated sick leave (Washington employees accrue 1-hour sick leave for every 40 hours worked) and other leaves of absence, if eligible, when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Aflac complies with all applicable leave laws, including, but not limited to, sick and safe leave, and adoption and parental leave, in all states and localities.