Summer Intern - Law Clerk

Reference Number: 5151 Department: Law Closing Date: Apply early, as this position may be filled before the anticipated closing date. If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application. Description Gain valuable insight into the role of an in-house legal department at one of America's leading transportation companies. As a Union Pacific Summer Law Clerk, you'll gain firsthand experience working alongside experienced in-house attorneys on matters involving transportation, intellectual property, commercial contracts, supply chain, regulatory affairs, litigation, employment law, and more. Throughout the program, Law Clerks receive mentoring, guidance, and developmental feedback to better understand the role of an in-house legal department at one of America's leading transportation companies. Union Pacific Railroad Company’s Law Department is seeking up to two Summer Law Clerks assigned to the Law Department in Omaha, Nebraska. During the summer, Law Clerks are required to work in Omaha, NE, 40 hours per week. Union Pacific is sourcing candidates nationwide, and summer relocation assistance and housing are provided for qualified students living more than 75 miles from Omaha. In addition to supporting a variety of legal practice areas, Summer Law Clerks may participate in elements of Union Pacific’s broader summer internship program, including networking, professional development, educational events, and other intern activities. Following the summer program, the position has the potential to transition to a year-round internship while the student remains enrolled in school. The academic-year schedule is flexible and can be designed around the successful candidate’s academic commitments, with an average of 15-20 hours per week. Positions are available only while students are in school and do not guarantee full-time employment after the internship. The estimated wage for this position is $31.00 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Accountabilities Support attorneys with contractual drafting and reviewConduct legal research and prepare written legal analysisSupport attorneys by interpreting and applying statutes and regulationsDraft legal memoranda, briefs, pleadings, and other legal documentsSupport attorneys with hearing and trial preparationReview work product, discovery materials, and other documents to determine their relevance to legal issues and strategiesAssist attorneys with transactional, regulatory, litigation, employment, and other legal mattersPerform other duties as assigned Qualifications - Required Current enrollment in an accredited law school during the internship periodSuccessful completion of at least one year of law school prior to the internship start dateExperience or coursework in Legal ResearchCompletion of coursework in Legal WritingStrong legal research and writing skillsAdvanced written and verbal communication skillsAvailable to work full-time in Omaha, Nebraska, during the summer internship program Qualifications - Preferred Experience drafting legal memoranda, briefs, pleadings, or comparable written legal analyses through coursework, a legal clinic, research, a student organization, or employmentCoursework or experience involving contract drafting, contract review, commercial transactions, or transactional lawExperience interpreting and applying statutes or regulations to legal issuesCoursework or experience involving litigation, discovery, hearing preparation, or trial preparationExperience reviewing documents or other information to determine relevance to a legal issue, investigation, dispute, or legal strategy Physical And Mental Job Requirements This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screensMaintain concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisions Work Conditions Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorshipMust be at least 18 years of ageWork is performed in a standard office environment What We Offer Housing, transportation, and relocation stipends for qualified candidatesA strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented cultureA flexible, casual, and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home (as the job allows)Ongoing learning and development opportunitiesOn-site amenities at Union Pacific Center headquarters, including a cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), and federal credit unionCompetitive compensationEngaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities