Paid Maritime Law Intern — Contracts & Litigation

Marquette Transportation Company, LLC; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Onsite in Paducah, KY

Exposure to maritime law

Job summary

Marquette Transportation Company offers a paid summer internship on-site in Paducah, KY, focused on maritime law, contracts, and litigation support. You will gain hands-on experience drafting contracts, researching legal issues, and collaborating with internal teams and outside counsel.

The internship runs from June 1, 2027 to July 31, 2027 (flexible dates) and offers real exposure to the maritime industry and related legal matters.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a law degree with strong academic performance.
• Excellent research, writing and analytical skills.
• Interest in maritime law, transportation, or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Assist with contract drafting and review.
• Support creation of a contract database.
• Work with internal legal and claims teams and outside counsel on files.
• Communicate with marine insurance broker.
• Assist with day‑to‑day tasks and special projects as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

J.D. candidate

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Microsoft Word

Job description

Marquette Transportation Company offers a paid summer internship on-site in Paducah, KY, focused on maritime law, contracts, and litigation support. You will gain hands-on experience drafting contracts, researching legal issues, and collaborating with internal teams and outside counsel.

The internship runs from June 1, 2027 to July 31, 2027 (flexible dates) and offers real exposure to the maritime industry and related legal matters.