Legal Intern

This position is an existing temporary full-time position ending August 28 2026.

SUMMARY:

The intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the legal team across a range of practice areas by reviewing and drafting a variety of contracts lease related paperwork and employment related documents under the supervision of a lawyer while developing practical legal and business skills in an in-house environment.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Assist with in store licensing processes including identifying applicable licensing requirements per store coordinating the application process processing renewals and notifying stores if inspections are required (health fire and other regulatory inspections).

- Maintain and organize all records that pertain to the licensing process (business lottery propane tobacco signs and elevator licenses).

- Gain exposure to a variety of legal practice areas including real estate corporate/commercial marketing/advertising pharmaceutical and employment/human rights.

- Review and draft a variety of contracts with an emphasis on real estate documentation such as offers to lease leases and lease amending agreements.

- Draft legal correspondence and other supporting legal documentation.

- Prepare legal memorandums and summaries on assigned matters.

- Assist with transactional and administrative legal work as necessary.

- Conduct legal research and summarize findings for the legal team.

- Attend meetings as directed and prepare meeting minutes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Currently enrolled in and working towards completion of a law degree.

- Proficient in Microsoft Excel PowerPoint Word and Teams

- Strong interpersonal organizational and communication skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Strong time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

- Independent thinker with a demonstrated willingness to take initiative.

- Proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines and follow up on actions/issues.