Legal Intern

ways to grow and support the sport. We’re building the most innovative service organization in sports and transforming lives by inspiring participation to help communities become healthier. We also represent our country at the highest levels of international competition, striving to win medals with class and integrity.
 
 We are re-defining the modern-day NGB by listening, collaborating and adapting our existing model. Service leadership, performance excellence, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion are central to our core values. 

 We are all about going above and beyond to serve the triathlon community, and we work equally hard at serving our teammates. We are committed to be the best place to work in the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement by focusing on hiring, training, retaining and promoting talented, dedicated, passionate individuals who want to get better every day. 

 

Come to Colorado Springs, rated as the “most desirable place to live in the U.S. In 2018” by a U.S. News & world report survey! Hone your skills and expertise while creating opportunities for triathletes to live their best lives.

 

 

The USA Triathlon (USAT) Legal internship is a unique and exciting opportunity to learn about the practice of law from an in-house perspective with a National Governing Body. The legal intern will report directly to our Senior Counsel. During the semester, the USAT intern will be afforded the opportunity to develop and apply skills in various areas including, for example, contract review, research, policy drafting and more. 

 

1.       Assist with review of contracts

2.       Research legal questions

3.       Compile legal information and referral sources

4.       Prepare and audit policies

5.       Manage case files

6.       Perform administrative duties such as filing and copying

7.       Assist with preparation for presentations

 

·         Educational Requirements:  Currently attending law school or pursuing a degree in pre-law.

·         Detail oriented mindset

·         Excellent research and writing skills

·         Interpersonal skills

·         Excellent communication skills

·         Ability to prioritize based on opportunities and effectively multitask

·         Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point & Outlook

·         Passion for sport and the Ideals of the Olympic Movement

·         Familiarity with Triathlon preferred but not required

·         Be able to participate in task that require physical activity (must be able to life 50 lbs).  

·         Must be eligible to work in the USA

 

·         Anticipated Start Date – Spring 2020

·         Anticipated Duration – End of Summer 2020

·         Status – Part-Time

·         Hours Per Week – Flexible depending on school schedule

·         Internship available for college credit