Legal and Compliance Internship

At Smiths Group, we are looking for motivated and detail-oriented students to join our legal team as interns in Washington, D.C., for 10 weeks from June to August 2025. This is an opportunity to gain real-world legal experience, working alongside seasoned professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment. The internship requires 40 hours of work per week, conducted primarily on-site with the possibility of remote work, and pays $20/hour.

The intern will primarily support the Ethics & Compliance team and will have the opportunity to engage with and learn from other parts of the legal department within Smiths. This unique opportunity provides robust exposure to the D.C. operations of a multi-national company. Interns will gain insight into a leading engineering firm's legal, legislative and communications affairs and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Assist the legal team with research, document review, presentations/communications and analysis on a range of legal topics relevant to ethics and compliance in a global business;

• Collaborate on legal projects that span multiple geographical regions, including in the areas of ethics & compliance, corporate governance, international trade compliance and environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance; 

• Attend team meetings and contribute to discussions;

• Participate in a manufacturing site visit to see one of our division’s operations in action;

• Engage in HR workshops focused on career development, including resume building, interview techniques, and professional communication;

• Work with cross-functional teams to understand the legal implications of our operations across the world.

Requirements 

• Current sophomore or junior undergraduate student considering a degree in law or a related field;

• Strong research, writing, and communication skills;

• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently on tasks;

• Eagerness to ask questions and dive deep into complex legal matters;

• Interest in learning about legal risk management, corporate governance, and compliance.

What We Offer

• Mentorship from experienced legal professionals within a multinational company;

• Exposure to real legal matters and operations in a global business context;

• A manufacturing site visit to one of our divisions;

• An inclusive work culture that values diversity and innovation;

• A chance to participate in community service.

This internship will provide you with invaluable experience as you prepare for a potential career in law. At Smiths Group, we are dedicated to fostering the next generation of legal professionals through hands-on learning and mentorship.

Application

To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample as a single PDF file.

The application deadline for the summer internship is Monday, March 31, 2025. We will be letting the successful candidates know by April 30, 2025.

Application link: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/oneclick-ui/company/SmithsGroup2/publication/c6de5e50-2a42-417f-a923-b25b86661c17?dcr_ci=SmithsGroup2