Internship - Legal

Rural King; Mattoon (IL); Presencial; USD 18.000 - 26.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental,视

401(k) with company match

Associate discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Rural King offers a structured internship program designed to develop legal skills through hands-on experience in a fast-paced retail environment. Interns will learn about corporate law, real estate matters, contracts, and employment law while supporting attorneys and department teams.

Participants will gain practical research, writing, negotiation, and case-management skills, with mentorship and opportunities to contribute to real projects.

Formación

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in related field coinciding with assigned department.
• Must be at a college junior standing or above at the time of internship.
• Must have a 3.2 GPA or above.
• Ability to learn and become proficient in internal software systems.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze ongoing litigation and conduct legal research across multiple states, preparing memoranda and other materials.
• Support commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, leases, and related projects.
• Assist with commercial contract negotiations and gain exposure to review, drafting, and issue resolution.
• Research and assist with labor and employment matters, including resolution of workplace issues.
• Collaborate with attorneys on a variety of legal projects across litigation, real estate, contracts, and employment law.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Adaptability

Customer service

Educación

Undergraduate degree pursuit

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Build Your Career with Rural King

The purpose of the Rural King Internship Program is to offer highly motivated and successful individuals an opportunity to develop skills and knowledge related to their area of degree focus. Participants in the Internship Program will have the opportunity to learn about retail through experiences specific to their assigned department. Specific internship responsibilities will be determined and dependent on the needs of the department and the line of business specialization.

Responsibilities

What You'll do

• Analyze ongoing litigation and conduct legal research on issues across multiple states, preparing legal memoranda and other written materials.
• Support commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, leases, and related projects.
• Assist with commercial contract negotiations and gain exposure to contract review, drafting, and issue resolution.
• Research and assist with labor and employment matters, including the resolution of workplace legal issues.
• Support mediation preparation and have opportunities to observe mediations, depositions, and motion hearings.
• Collaborate with attorneys on a variety of legal projects while gaining hands‑on experience across litigation, real estate, contracts, and employment law.
• Develop practical legal research, writing, negotiation, and case‑management skills through exposure to a broad range of in‑house legal matters.
• Provide entry to intermediate‑level professional services, under the supervision of a lead associate, as appropriate to the objectives of the department.
• Participate in projects with the opportunity to directly impact the business and be a part of an innovative and fast‑paced environment.
• Contribute to projects designed to develop professional skills and expertise appropriate to the needs of the assigned department.
• Partner with other associates to complete projects and accomplish day‑to‑day operational tasks.
• Receive guidance, training, and mentoring from department team members to carry out activities and assignments.
• Provide suggestions and feedback to management to improve internal processes and procedures.
• Learn and become proficient in software systems as needed by the department.
• Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
• Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King's Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in related field of study which coincides with assigned department.
• Must be at a college junior standing or above at the time of internship.
• Must have a 3.2 GPA or above.
• Ability to learn and become proficient in internal software systems.
• Adaptability and the ability to learn quickly and handle unexpected challenges with maturity and professionalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Excel.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Permanent US work authorization required.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds periodically.
• Ability to navigate and access all required facilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.
• Close vision required for computer‑related activities.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why Join Rural King?

At Rural King, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. As a family‑owned company with a strong history of growth, we provide opportunities to learn, grow, and build a rewarding career.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Associate discounts
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Training and professional development
• A collaborative, team‑focused work environment

Exact compensation determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs. Eligible associates may also receive overtime pay in compliance with applicable laws.

To learn more about our benefits, review here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:14539c15-191a-4b77-9c13-f6ccfce10094.

Min

USD $16.00/Hr.

Max

USD $16.00/Hr. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national orig