Oil-Dri Corporation of America is a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products for consumer and business-to-business markets that has been voted as a Top 100 workplaces in the Chicago Tribune. Oil-Dri’s products are sold in the pet care, animal health, fluids purification, agricultural, sports field, industrial and automotive markets. Oil-Dri controls millions of tons of specialty mineral reserves, including calcium bentonite, attapulgite, and diatomaceous shale. The company’s mines and manufacturing facilities are located in Georgia, Mississippi, Illinois, and California. Oil-Dri is a family-controlled and operated organization that emphasizes honesty, integrity, and accountability. The company is dedicated to fulfilling its mission to Create Value From Sorbent Minerals.
Job Overview
Oil-Dri Corporation of America (the “Company”) is a leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing sorbent products. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Intern to join our in-house legal team. The ideal candidate will assist with a variety of legal tasks and projects, providing support to our attorneys, business teams, and support functions. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance within an in-house corporate setting.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation and filing of Securities and Exchange Commission forms.
- Review Company press releases and newsletters and other marketing materials.
- Review and provide suggested revisions to corporate policies and procedures.
- Assist with various active ESG initiatives and attend ESG team meetings.
- Assist with long-term legal integration tasks
- Assist with corporate governance related tasks.
- Review, help draft, and work with business partners to prepare commercial agreements
- Assist with IP related tasks.
- Other duties as assigned by members of the legal team.
Education
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an accredited law school and have completed at least one academic year towards their law degree.
- Strong academic record demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and theories.
- Relevant coursework in areas such as corporate law, contract law, and legal research.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Interest in corporate law and in-house legal practice.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hybrid work environment: Monday - Wednesday (onsite) / Thursday - Friday (remote)
- Hourly rate: $17-22
- Benefits: Oil-Dri’s paid time off policies comply with the City of Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance.
Oil-Dri is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and qualified candidates without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Accordingly, all employment decisions and personnel actions or programs such as hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, transfers, reductions in workforce, and training, etc. will be consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity.
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