The program is designed to introduce exceptional New York City public high school students to the legal profession through hands-on work experience, mentorship, and direct access to leading legal and financial institutions.
This role provides basic administrative support for a variety of assignments and projects. Interns can gain practical work experience through hands-on assignments, structured training and mentorship. Also, interns collaborate in a team environment.
Reports To
Department Manager
Responsibilities
Performs administrative duties to include creating and editing documents, maintaining spreadsheets, and analyzing basic data.
Researches information, gathers data and prepares basic reports or analyses.
Collates documents, brochures or other materials.
Prepares basic correspondence. Accesses document management system to update and/or create new documents as needed.
Attends and participates in meetings to gain an understanding of department objectives and recent activities.
Assists on special projects and assignments.
Answers phones, files and responds to questions as necessary.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Solid skills in Microsoft office to include Word and Excel. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Good interpersonal and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum Education
NYC public HS student (or graduate of a NYC public HS)
Minimum Years of Experience
To qualify for the internship, candidate must have an interest in gaining practical work experience. Some previous office or internship experience preferred.
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
Foster positive work relationships;
Comply with all firm policies and practices;
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Work Environment-The firm's work location requirements may be modified at the firm's discretion
In-office presence required
Disclaimer
Additional Information
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.
Program Eligibility
Minimum age of 18; Rising senior in high school OR rising freshman in college (i.e., graduating high school the spring of the program year)
NYC public HS student (or graduate of a NYC public HS)
Resident of the New York City metropolitan area
Demonstrated interest in law, business, or public service
Dlapiper · New York, NY