Legal Intern - Summer 2026

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo™, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together. 

We are hiring a Summer Legal Intern to work out of our corporate headquarters office in Hopkins, MN. We're looking for an enthusiastic, driven law student who has an interest in learning more about working in an in-house corporate legal department, with a focus on the food & beverage/consumer packaged goods industries.

What You Will Do:

Under the supervision of the corporate and managing attorneys the Legal Intern will:

• Review and draft a variety of commercial agreements, including NDAs, Statements of Work, Termination Notices, and Service Agreements.
• Review social media posts and sweepstakes rules and advise the business units on risks.
• Review marketing materials and claims and advise business units on risks.
• Assist with corporate governance matters like updating manuals and policies, drafting resolutions, and assisting with state filings.
• Assist with reviewing and updating contract templates.
• Research issues related to advertising/marketing, employment law, FDA, USDA, and other regulatory issues, and other matters as needed.
• Assist with discovery and provide litigation support.
• Attend meetings with various business units.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

What We Look For:

• Education: Current law students who have completed their 2L year at an accredited ABA law school.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to spot legal issues, synthesize facts, and provide clear analysis on a variety of research topics
  • Excellent time management skills including prioritizing, tracking details, and meeting deadlines of multiple projects with varying completion dates
  • Interest in business law, intellectual property law, employment law, regulatory work, and general corporate law.

What We Offer:

The hourly range for this position is $35.00 to $42.00/hr for 40 hours/week. Start and end dates are flexible within May to August of 2026. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email career.search@schwans.com.