Legal Intern

Children's Wisconsin

Posted 4 days ago

Internship

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

Interns will work alongside experienced in-house counsel to gain hands-on exposure to the operations of a pediatric health system. They will perform legal research, writing, and analytical tasks to support the organization's mission.

This legal internship is designed for first-year law students at Marquette University. It offers hands-on experience in a pediatric health system, focusing on legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Access

Project

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Job Description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/

Job Summary

The Summer Legal Internship Program offers first‑year law students a meaningful opportunity to gain hands‑on exposure to the operations of a leading pediatric health system. Interns will work alongside experienced in‑house counsel, gaining insight into how legal strategy supports Children’s mission to improve the health and well‑being of children and families. The program is designed to strengthen practical legal research, writing, and analytical skills while providing a comprehensive view of legal practice within a complex, mission‑driven healthcare organization.

Requirements

  • Current first‑year law student at Marquette University.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a professional environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Project) and comfort learning new software tools.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

Children's Wisconsin

Children’s Wisconsin is the region’s only independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We offer a wide range of care and support for children of all ages. Our services include medical care, dental care, child and family counseling, foster care, adoption, social services, child advocacy and injury prevention.

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