Legal Intern

Columbusairports; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) is seeking a part-time Legal Intern to support attorneys on contracts, policies and public records requests at CMH, LCK and Bolton Field. You’ll assist with real estate, construction, financing, HR and risk management matters, perform legal research and drafting memorandums, and use Microsoft Office and contract management systems.

Requirements: 2L/3L ABA-accredited law student, min 2.5 GPA, 20 hours/week Jan 2027–May 2027; pay $20/hour; pass

Qualifications

• Must be a 2L or 3L law student at an ABA accredited law school with a strong academic record.
• Minimum 2.5 GPA required.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and drafting legal documents including various contracts, policies and memorandums
• Assist attorneys on real estate, construction, financing, HR, insurance and risk management matters
• Assist with special projects for Authority departments and business partners
• Assist in responding to public record requests Conducting legal research and preparing memorandums Using applicable software including Microsoft Office and contract management systems Performing other duties as assigned (e.g., maintaining logs and records management)

Skills

Legal research

Contract drafting

Policy analysis

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

2L/3L ABA‑accredited law student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract management systems

Job description

About Us

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority manages and operates passenger-focused John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), cargo-focused Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and general aviation airport Bolton Field (TZR). We are a diverse group of committed and talented professionals who show up every day to take CRAA to new heights. Although our roles are as diverse as we are – from Custodial Services to Customer Service, from Accounting to Airport Police, from HVAC to Human Resources – we have one common goal: connect Ohio with the world. Our organization is in constant motion, moving people and cargo 365 days a year. With our core values of Accountability, Innovation and Respect guiding us, we each do our part to contribute to our organization, the aviation industry, local businesses, and the economy. We create experiences for passengers, we create opportunities for businesses, and we create economic growth for Columbus. Trust and respect are the foundation of our culture. We invite new ideas. We encourage innovation. We are inclusive and welcoming. We are empowered to enact positive change. Your “Take Off” will be successful by doing the following with excellence:

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and drafting legal documents including various contracts, policies and memorandums
• Assist attorneys on real estate, construction, financing, HR, insurance and risk management matters
• Assist with special projects for Authority departments and business partners
• Assist in responding to public record requests Conducting legal research and preparing memorandums Using applicable software including Microsoft Office and contract management systems Performing other duties as assigned (e.g., maintaining logs and records management)

Your “Landing” will be smooth if you meet the following requirements:

Requirements

• Must be a 2L or 3L law student at an ABA accredited law school with a strong academic record
• Minimum 2.5 GPA required
• Ability to multi-task in an active environment
• Ability to work 20 hours per week, Monday - Friday, flexible day shift hours, from January 2027 - May 2027
• Pay Rate: $20.00/hour
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana (medical marijuana cards are not acceptable)

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, and all other groups or classes protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Authority does not tolerate violence or drug use in the workplace. As an employee with CRAA, you are valued. We foster an authentic workplace, that is respectful and inclusive. We expect and practice Accountability, Innovation and Respect. We hire talented individuals, who are passionate about connecting Ohio with the world.

If you are ready to be a part of a supportive and collaborative organization then let your career take off at CRAA. The sky’s the limit!