Summer '27 Intern - Legal

Welltower; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Welltower is seeking a Legal Intern to support the legal department with contract drafting and review, legal research, and discovery-related tasks. The role involves assisting with litigation matters, maintaining databases, updating templates, and coordinating with internal teams and outside counsel.

You will engage in drafting and reviewing construction contracts (AIA forms), performing substantive research on construction law, and helping with discovery responses and internal reports.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited J.D. program.
• Completion of, or current enrollment in a Construction Law course preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); familiarity with Adobe a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing and drafting construction related contracts including AIA Agreements, forms, and vendor/consultant contracts.
• Conduct substantive legal research on issues affecting Welltower’s business, such as construction, contract interpretation, insurance, indemnity and topics related to senior housing operations and licensure.
• Assist with review of motions and pleadings prepared by outside counsel.
• Assist with internal review and production of materials requested in discovery.
• Assist litigation team with managing general and professional liability claims and suits.
• Review and analyze contracts, correspondence, project and operational documents relevant to claims.
• Assist in drafting discovery responses; litigation hold notices, waiver letters, initial case summaries, and internal reports.
• Assist in updating the legal team’s contract database, matter tracking, and policies.
• Support ongoing efforts to update templates and references.
• Participate in meetings with the legal, development, investment, and capital project teams as well as external counsel.
• Provide support to the legal department as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Written & verbal communication

Independent work

Education

J.D. program

Tools

Adobe

Job description

WELLTOWER – REIMAGINE REAL ESTATE WITH US

Welltower, now the world’s largest real estate company by market capitalization, is growing at an exciting pace! We’re transforming how the world thinks about senior living and wellness-focused real estate—creating vibrant, purpose-driven communities where housing, healthcare, and hospitality converge. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and endlessly ambitious—guided by our mantra: The only easy day was yesterday.

Meaningful Work Alongside Meaningful Relationships

Our interns don’t get side projects—they’re immersed in high-priority work from day one. You’ll collaborate directly with our teams to evaluate opportunities, design innovative solutions, and help deliver long-term value. With direct access to senior leadership, hands‑on experience across our platform, and a culture that prizes ambition and curiosity, you’ll develop extraordinary skills in just ten weeks.

If you’re a bold, independent thinker who thrives on challenge, embraces complexity, and is excited by the opportunity to disrupt an industry through creativity, capital allocation, and compounding growth, Welltower is the place to launch your career.

SUMMARY & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Legal Intern supports the legal department through contract drafting and review, legal research, and assistance with litigation matters including discovery, claims management, and coordination with outside counsel. The role also helps maintain legal databases, update templates and policies, and collaborate with internal teams to support daily legal operations.

• Assist in reviewing and drafting construction related contracts including AIA Agreements, forms, and vendor/consultant contracts.
• Conduct substantive legal research on issues affecting Welltower’s business, such as construction, contract interpretation, insurance, indemnity and topics related to senior housing operations and licensure.
• Assist with review of motions and pleadings prepared by outside counsel.
• Assist with internal review and production of materials requested in discovery.
• Assist litigation team with managing general and professional liability claims and suits.
• Review and analyze contracts, correspondence, project and operational documents relevant to claims.
• Assist in drafting discovery responses; litigation hold notices, waiver letters, initial case summaries, and internal reports.
• Assist in updating the legal team’s contract database, matter tracking, and policies.
• Support ongoing efforts to update templates and references.
• Participate in meetings with the legal, development, investment, and capital project teams as well as external counsel.
• Provide support to the legal department as needed.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TRAVEL

Some out of area and overnight travel may be expected.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Currently enrolled in an accredited J.D. program.
• Completion of, or current enrollment in a Construction Law course preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); familiarity with Adobe a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

COMPENSATION

- the salary range for this role in NYC is $34/hour

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.

ABOUT WELLTOWER

Welltower® Inc. (NYSE: WELL) an S&P 500 company, is the world's preeminent residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure company. Our portfolio of 1,500+ Seniors and Wellness Housing communities is positioned at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and hospitality, creating vibrant communities for mature renters and older adults inthe United States,United Kingdom, andCanada.

Our real estate portfolio is unmatched, located in highly attractive micro-markets with stunning built environments.Yet, we are an unusual real estate organization as we view ourselves as a product company in a real estate wrapper driven by relationships and unconventional culture.

Through our disciplined approach to capital allocation powered by our data science platform and superior operating results driven by the Welltower Business System, we aspire to deliver long-term compounding of per share growth and returns for our existing investors – ourNorth Star.

Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet

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