Microchip Technology Inc. is inviting applications from eligible candidates for its legal administrative internship in Chandler, Arizona.
About Microchip Technology Inc.
Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading semiconductor supplier of smart, connected, and secure embedded control solutions. Its easy-to-use development tools and comprehensive product portfolio enable customers to create optimal designs which reduce risk while lowering total system cost and time to market.
About the Opportunity
Microchip has an opportunity for a law student who currently pursuing a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school to work part-time in its in-house legal department as a legal intern starting Summer 2023.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Reviewing, comparing, and summarizing contracts, such as confidentiality agreements, office leases, software licenses, consulting agreements, and purchase and sale agreements.
- Reviewing and summarizing corporate documents.
- Reviewing and drafting correspondence based on written or verbal instruction.
- Researching legal aspects of business interests and issues.
- Providing administrative support, such as coordinating the execution of documents, supporting the Microchip nondisclosure agreement system, assisting with legalization/authentication of corporate documents, copying, data entry, mailing packages, and data analysis.
- Learning various aspects of the day-to-day in-house corporate practice.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Undergraduate B.A. Business, B.S. Engineering, or a similar degree is highly desirable.
- Excellent academic credentials.
- Interest in the contracting process preferred (reviewing, drafting, and negotiating).
- Prior work experience is preferred.
- Prior experience reviewing and editing contracts is a plus.
- Understanding of product development, manufacturing operations, and sales processes is a plus.
- Prior experience in the semiconductor industry or other high-technology industry a plus.
- Team player, flexible self-starter, and proactive problem solver who can work independently and timely seek assistance when needed.
- Strong business acumen, exceptional verbal and written communication skills, and sound judgment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism.
- Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, and Internet) required; experience with SharePoint a plus.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can apply through the link provided at the end of this post.
Location
Chandler, Arizona.
