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Amentum is seeking a corporate legal intern that will provide support to the Engineering and Technology Business Line. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

Acts in an advisory capacity regarding legal matters to line and staff organizations within the company, with a particular emphasis in the areas of claims and litigation. Represents the company in negotiations with third parties and their counsel, government agencies, and other outside parties. Reviews various contracts, leases, and other corporate legal documents; makes recommendations for modification, revision, and clarification of documents as needed. Evaluates the impact existing law and court decisions and proposed changes in the law might have on company policies and operating procedures; makes recommendations concerning such laws to senior management for minimal action. Drafts original legal forms and documents, as required. Renders legal advice to the company on matters of general corporation law; contracts, controversies and lawsuits; existing law and pending legislation; and general legal matters involving the company and its subsidiaries and affiliates in their operations domestically and abroad. Participates and assists, as required, in negotiations with corporate clients and their counsel in connection with contracts for services of the company and its subsidiaries. Prepares, reviews and approves corporate contracts, commitments, and undertakings involving contractual obligations of the company. Administers and monitors the handling of claims and lawsuits involving the company. Renders advice relative to the strategies to be followed in favorably resolving pending and potential controversies and disputes with clients of the company and its subsidiaries. Renders advice and assistance and provides guidelines to management of the company in compliance with law and regulations. Generally assists the company and its subsidiaries at all levels in the identification and minimization of risks and reducing legal exposure in relation to existing and future operations of the company. Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner. If supervising others, has responsibility for the safety of those being supervised and ensures they comply with established safety policies and procedures and practice safe work habits Actively participates in Safety Work Groups Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes. Prepares legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, initial and amended articles of incorporation, stock certificates and other securities, buy-sell agreements, closing papers and binders, deeds, and trust instruments for review, approval, and use by the legal department. Assists with M&A-related due diligence. Other job related duties as assigned Candidate is required to be a 3rd year law student or beyond. Candidate will be required to present official transcript. Previous work experience (internship or part time) is highly preferred Strong interpersonal and communications skills Attention to detail Extensive legal writing skills Ability to work independently and with full autonomy

Preferred

BA/BS law degree from an ABA accredited law school preferred Ideal candidate will sit in Eastern or Central time zone

The base salary range for this position is $58,000 to $70,000 paid hourly. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations, For “remote” positions, salary to be offered is geographic dependent. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Essential Functions

Work Environment: 100% remote work from home. No travel is required. This may be a fast-paced environment, and you will be expected to deliver under provided deadlines. Must be able to interface and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing. Must be well-organized with the ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously. Attendance: Attendance is critical at all times, but hours are flexible. Must be able to work a 15-20+ hours per week, Monday through Friday. Physical Requirements: All work will be done at a desk or computer. Other Candidate must be a US citizen and willing to complete a drug test and background check.