Company / Location Information

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

Primary Function

A. O. Smith is seeking a Part-Time Summer Intern to support the Legal Department in evaluating and identifying opportunities to implement artificial intelligence (AI) tools that enhance efficiency, consistency, and service delivery. The intern will partner closely with legal team members to assess current processes and recommend practical AI-enabled improvements aligned with company policies and compliance standards. The Legal Department provides global support to the business, delivering timely, practical legal advice while ensuring adherence to regulatory and ethical standards. 

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured interviews and process reviews with Legal team members to understand current workflows (e.g., contract review, compliance, litigation support).
• Analyze and map existing legal processes to identify inefficiencies, redundancies, and automation opportunities.
• Research and evaluate AI tools relevant to legal operations (e.g., document review, contract analysis, knowledge management).
• Develop recommendations on where AI solutions could improve productivity, quality, and turnaround time.
• Ensure all recommendations align with A. O. Smith’s Generative AI Policy, including legal compliance, data privacy, and intellectual property considerations. 
• Prepare a final report and presentation summarizing findings, prioritized opportunities, and suggested implementation roadmap.
• Collaborate with Legal, IT, and other stakeholders as needed to validate feasibility of recommendations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Foundational understanding of AI tools and applications (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, data analysis tools).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to evaluate business processes.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to engage with professionals across functional areas.
• High level of professionalism and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
• Interest in legal operations, compliance, or corporate governance is preferred.

Education

ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.