Summer 2027 Internship: Legal Assistant

QTS Realty Trust; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust is seeking a Legal Assistant Intern to gain hands-on experience in a corporate legal setting in Overland Park, KS. You will assist with drafting and reviewing vendor notices, executive summaries, and NDA reviews, while supporting process optimization and data analysis related to legal workflows.

The internship offers exposure to the full lifecycle of data-center related operations and requires active pursuit of a JD, Bachelor's, or Master's degree, with strong Microsoft Office

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s or JD degree.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting/reviewing vendor notices and executive summaries.
• Help with process optimization projects and automating workflows.
• Prepare legal memos on issues, regulations, or case law.
• Conduct state-specific research and NDA review support.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s or JD

Job description

Who we are:As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.QTS' summer internship program will provide you first hand experience into the fast paced world of the data center industry by providing weekly lunch and learns, a comprehensive orientation program, and site based activities, socials and volunteering events. Every intern will be assigned initiatives tied to real QTS objectives helping with anything pertaining to the whole life-cycle of a data center build and/or company operations.The Legal Assistant intern role will gain hands-on experience working in a corporate legal setting collaborating on a variety of tasks and initiatives. Responsibilities may include but aren't limited to:Legal Assistant Intern:Assist in drafting / reviewing vendor notices (breach of contract, LDs, etc.)Assisting in drafting / reviewing executive summariesHelp with process optimization projects / automating workflowsAssist with legal dept data analysisPrepare legal memos re issues, regulations, or case law relevant to QTS operationsConducting state specific researchAssisting in pre-lien response processAssist in NDA review processHistorical clean up of files/trackerObserve contract negotiationsBASIC QUALIFICATIONSActively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s or Juris Dictorate (JD) degreeProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint for presentations and Excel for data analysis and budgeting.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.Must be a US CitizenWe conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.The \"Know Your Rights\" Poster is included here:Know Your Rights (English)Know Your Rights (Spanish)QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.