Intern | Legal

Great West Casualty Company; South Sioux City (NE); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mentoring program

Real-world experience

Collaborative environment

Diverse legal disciplines

Job summary

Great West Casualty Company seeks a motivated law student for a Legal Intern role to gain hands-on experience in corporate, regulatory, and insurance law. You will work with the legal team on contracts, governance, and regulatory projects while developing practical skills.

Join a mentorship‑driven program that emphasizes professional growth, exposure to litigation management, and cross‑department collaboration within an established insurance leader.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited law school with at least one year completed.
• Strong academic performance and interest in corporate, business, or insurance law.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings on various topics.
• Assist with reviewing, drafting, and organizing contracts and legal documents.
• Support litigation management, discovery requests, and document prep.
• Review regulatory developments impacting the insurance industry.
• Assist with governance, compliance, and risk management initiatives.
• Organize and maintain legal records and documentation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and business partners across departments.
• Participate in special legal projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Time management

Education

Law student with at least 1 year completed

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Launch Your Legal Career with Great West Casualty Company

Are you a motivated law student looking to gain hands‑on legal experience with a successful and growing organization? At Great West, we offer meaningful work, professional mentorship, and the opportunity to apply your legal education in a real-world business environment.

As a Legal Intern, you will work closely with our legal team on a variety of projects supporting the company's business operations, regulatory compliance, contract management, and litigation activities. This internship provides valuable exposure to corporate legal practices while helping you build skills that will support your future legal career.

What You'll Do

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings on various legal and regulatory topics.
• Assist with reviewing, drafting, and organizing contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
• Support the legal team with litigation management, discovery requests, and document preparation.
• Review and analyze legal and regulatory developments impacting the insurance industry.
• Assist with corporate governance, compliance, and risk management initiatives.
• Organize and maintain legal records and documentation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and business partners across multiple departments.
• Participate in special legal projects and other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Currently enrolled in an accredited law school program with completion of at least one year of legal studies preferred.
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated interest in corporate, business, or insurance law.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.

Why Join Great West?

At Great West Casualty Company, you'll gain practical legal experience while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your development. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, expand your professional network, and gain valuable insight into the legal and regulatory aspects of a leading insurance organization.

What We Offer

• Competitive internship compensation
• Professional mentoring and career development opportunities
• Real-world corporate legal experience
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Exposure to a variety of legal disciplines within the insurance industry

About Great West Casualty Company

For over 65 years, Great West Casualty Company has specialized in providing insurance products and services to the trucking industry. We are known for our commitment to customer service, financial strength, and creating opportunities for employees to learn, grow, and succeed.