In-House Legal Intern (JD Candidate) – Paid Internship

Lowe's Home Centers; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Internships

Lowe's Housing Benefit eligibility

10% Associate Discount

Benefits information available online

Job summary

Lowe’s Home Centers in Mooresville, NC offers a 10-week Summer Internship Program designed for JD students pursuing a legal career. You will work alongside attorneys across corporate governance, contracts, compliance, real estate, labor and employment, IP, and litigation, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship.

You will conduct legal research, draft documents, and assist with negotiations in a fast-paced in-house environment, while developing practical skills for a future legal career.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Juris Doctor (JD) program.
• 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Proficient in MS Office programs (PowerPoint, Excel) and data analysis tools.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Relevant coursework or prior legal internship experience.
• Leadership experience at work or in campus organizations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, case law, and emerging issues under attorney supervision.
• Draft memoranda, contracts, and compliance documents.
• Assist with corporate governance and entity management processes.
• Support attorneys in labor, employment, and compliance matters.
• Participate in contract review, negotiation, and risk analysis.
• Gain exposure to litigation management, intellectual property, and real estate transactions.
• Observe and learn the role of in-house counsel in advising business leaders.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) program

Expected graduation by Dec 2027 or May 2028

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Lowe’s Home Centers in Mooresville, NC offers a 10-week Summer Internship Program designed for JD students pursuing a legal career. You will work alongside attorneys across corporate governance, contracts, compliance, real estate, labor and employment, IP, and litigation, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship.

You will conduct legal research, draft documents, and assist with negotiations in a fast-paced in-house environment, while developing practical skills for a future legal career.