Job Description
Pratt Institute Office of Legal Counsel Summer Internship (71123) Salary: See Position Description
Location: NY, NY
Job Type: Job Number: 202400183
Department: Counsel's Office
Closing: 4/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
About Pratt Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).
Description
Pratt Institute's Office of Legal Counsel Summer Internship offers a law school student with a part-time opportunity to gain practical experience in higher education, non-profits, and arts administration. In addition to building their professional skills, the intern will have educational and networking opportunities unique to Pratt Institute. The intern will work closely with Pratt's in-house attorneys and other experienced professionals.
Examples of Duties
- Attend webinars and other educational sessions regarding the practice of higher education law
- Review and draft contracts, particularly related to campus facilities and maintenance
- Assist in-house counsel with legal research
- Other tasks as assigned that contribute to the intern's education and professional growth
Qualifications
- Must be enrolled as a law school student entering 2L year or above
- Must have completed introductory coursework in contract law
- Must be available to work 16-24 hours a week during Summer 2025
- Interest in higher education, arts, and non-profit legal services
- Professional conduct in accordance with Pratt's values and policies
Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits.
Supplemental Information: This internship is unpaid and only open to candidates who are eligible to receive academic credit for the internship through their law school. Pratt will assist the intern as reasonably required by their law school in order to secure academic credit. The intern may work a hybrid schedule but will be expected to be on-campus at least one day per week. The internship provides mentorship and relationship building for career development as well as practical experience with in-house legal services.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.
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About Pratt Institute
The mission of Pratt Institute is to educate artists and creative professionals to be responsible contributors to society. Pratt seeks to instill in all graduates aesthetic judgment, professional knowledge, collaborative skills, and technical expertise. With a firm grounding in the liberal arts and sciences, a Pratt education blends theory with creative application in preparing graduates to become leaders in their professions. Pratt enrolls a diverse group of highly talented and dedicated students, challenging them to achieve their full potential.
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