Edgewell is a global team of over 6,000 visionaries, doers and makers. Our secret is people, and we have an inspiring and collaborative global force of them. Our portfolio of over 25 brands touches lives in more than 50 countries by making useful things joyful. Together, we reimagine good mornings and endless summers, strive for more sustainable ways to beautify and bond, and do it all with not only confidence but determination.
Location: Shelton, CT (Hybrid work schedule)
Pay Rate: $25/hour
Internship Dates: 6/1/26 - 8/7/26
The Role
We are seeking a curious, detail-oriented, and professional undergraduate intern interested in exploring a legal career to support our in-house Legal Department. Areas of practice include corporate governance, employment law, patents, trademarks, contract law, advertising law, litigation, and data privacy. This paid internship provides exposure to how an in-house legal team partners with the business to manage risk, protect innovation and brands, and enable growth, while building foundational skills that support future law school success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support attorneys and legal operations teammates with legal research and issue-spotting across multiple specialties (corporate governance, employment, IP, contracts, advertising, litigation, and privacy)
- Draft and revise first-pass materials such as summaries, checklists, timelines, and business-friendly guidance (with appropriate attorney supervision)
- Assist with contract intake activities (e.g., organizing requests, tracking status, and preparing basic contract term summaries)
- Support trademark and patent workstreams by gathering background information, organizing files, and helping prepare portfolio or matter status updates
- Assist with advertising and marketing law support, including claim substantiation organization and review (e.g., compiling support for attorney review)
- Support litigation and investigations by helping maintain matter trackers, organizing documents, and assisting with litigation hold communications (as needed)
- Assist with data privacy projects, such as maintaining records, supporting data subject request workflows, and tracking training or compliance initiatives
- Prepare meeting agendas, notes, and presentations; communicate professionally with internal stakeholders and, as appropriate, outside counsel
Learning Objectives:
- Gain exposure to how an in-house legal department supports business teams through practical, risk-based legal guidance
- Build foundational skills in legal research, writing, organization, and professional judgment
- Develop understanding of core corporate legal topics
- Strengthen communication skills by translating legal concepts into clear, business-friendly summaries and updates
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (e.g., Pre-Law, Political Science, History, English, Business, Economics, STEM, or related fields) with interest in attending law school
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
- Interest in and curiosity about how legal decisions impact real-world business outcomes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to write clear summaries and organize information logically
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); comfort learning new tools and systems
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with legal concepts is a plus, but not required
Work Environment:
- Model: This is a hybrid role designed to balance flexibility with in-person mentoring and team collaboration.
- Schedule: The intern is expected to be in-office 3 days per week (Tuesday - Thursday, with the remaining 2 days working remotely.
- Culture: A collaborative, fast-paced in-house Legal team environment that encourages curiosity and working with cross-functional teams.
- Travel: Potential travel, as needed, for company meetings or events; <10%
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Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that’s open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.
