Legal Intern

Join our Support Center and be a pivotal resource to our field and distribution teams where innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and career growth come together in an exciting environment!

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Intern to provide support to our legal department for the summer. The Legal Intern provides research, administrative, and project support to the Legal Department. This role offers exposure to a variety of legal matters, including contracts, compliance, corporate governance, and litigation support. The intern will work closely with attorneys and business partners to gain practical experience in a professional legal environment.

Location: Support Center, 6600 S Bermuda Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89119

Duration: 10 hours per week (Summer internship is anticipated to go through September 4, 2026).

Pay: $15 hourly

Job Type: Part-time

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, case law, and industry-specific legal issues.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and organizing contracts, agreements, and legal correspondence.
• Maintain legal files, records, and document management systems.
• Prepare summaries, reports, and presentations related to legal matters.
• Support compliance initiatives, policy reviews, and regulatory research.
• Assist with litigation support, including document collection and organization.
• Attend meetings and document key discussions and action items.
• Perform administrative tasks and special projects as assigned.

What You'll Gain

• Real-world exposure to the operations of an in-house legal team
• Mentorship and networking opportunities with experienced attorneys and business leaders
• Resume-building experience in legal research, compliance, and contract review
• A possible path to future internship or full-time opportunities

• Currently pursuing a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Pre-Law, Political Science, Business, or a related field.
• Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Interest in corporate, commercial, or regulatory law.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Professional demeanor, discretion, and a willingness to learn in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
• Ability to analyze legal information and summarize findings.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internship or experience in a legal, corporate, or business setting is a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Frequent sitting
• Limited standing, walking, climbing, crouching, bending, pushing, or pulling
• Occasional travel or overnight
• Normal or corrected vision and hearing
• Can distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns, or materials
• Fluency in English is required for training, customer interactions, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Typically, indoors
• Typically, in a consistent temperature
• Lift 0-60 lbs.
• Use of fine motor hand functions

About Us

WHSmith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide. WHSmith North America, incorporating Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Companys international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty retail stores located in airports and resorts across North America.

EEO/ADA/DFWP

WHSmith North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin/ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, military/veteran status, marital status, disability status or any other basis prohibited by law. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.