Gates Corporation
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
Gates is a leading manufacturer of Application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.
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As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our downtown Denver office, we are seeking a Pledge to Diversity legal Summer Intern.
The Pledge to Diversity Legal Summer Intern will assist the Gates Legal Department on topics including but not limited to, commercial contracts, intellectual property, trademark, securities and governance, labor and employment, compliance, and litigation. The Legal Intern will also gain exposure on a variety of legal issues facing global organizations today.
Examples of assignments the Legal Intern will work on, under the supervision and direction of in-house attorneys include:
- Conduct legal research on a variety of topics, including commercial, intellectual property, trademark, employment, compliance, and regulatory issues.
- Assist in drafting, revising, and organizing commercial agreements, and related documents.
- Support attorneys in preparing training materials, presentations, and policy updates.
- Review and help update internal corporate policies and governance documents.
- Assist with drafting responses to correspondence, including regulatory inquiries and demand letters.
- Provide litigation support, document review, and file organization.
- Participate in meetings with internal business partners to understand legal considerations in operational decisionmaking.
- Assist with compliance and riskmanagement projects as needed.
- Perform other duties as needed to support the Legal Department.
- Currently in the Pledge to Diversity Program;
- Currently enrolled in 1L;
- A demonstrated interest in transactional law, commercial litigation, employment law, and/or global compliance;
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
PAY & BENEFITS
- Summer Full-Time
- Hourly Rate: $25.00 an hour
WHY GATES?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as ‘One Gates’ and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers’ diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
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