About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.
About the Role The Intern is an integral part of Latham's Office Administration team. This role will be responsible for supporting all basic activities associated with the day-to-day operations of the team, while providing administrative support relevant to the departments and assisting with all tasks under the Director of Administration. This role will be located in our Washington D.C. office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications Other key responsibilities include:
- Participating in general business skills training and department-specific training led by a manager, supervisor, or team member
- Shadowing junior members of the department to gain exposure and insight into day-to-day tasks and responsibilities within the respective department
- Reviewing, processing, and auditing reports
- Utilizing programs such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and/or Access to file and track department records, and create materials as requested
- Organizing and filing department-specific materials
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We'd love to hear from you if you:
- Possess well-developed and professional interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
- Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
- Display the organizational skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines
And are:
- Currently an enrolled student
Benefits & Additional Information Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
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Pay Range USD $25.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.