Student Opportunities - Law Clerk

Build your future with us 

Our Staff Counsel office in Columbus, Ohio is currently seeking a second-year law student for a paid law clerk position to serve in-house litigation.  This position is based in Columbus, Ohio. 

Make a difference with a career in insurance 

At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our talented team. Our service-oriented, ethical, knowledgeable, caring associates are the heart of our vision to be the best company serving independent agents. We help protect families and businesses as they work to prevent or recover from a loss. Share your talents to help us reach for continued success as we bring value to the communities we serve and demonstrate that Actions Speak Louder in Person®. 

If you’re ready to build productive relationships, collaborate within a diverse team, embrace challenges and develop your skills, then Cincinnati may be the place for you. We offer career opportunities where you can contribute and grow. 

Please attach a copy of your college transcript(s) with application.  Unofficial transcripts accepted. 

Candidates should have the ability to work in the United States for an unlimited amount of time without sponsorship.  Our company is not currently hiring interns for this role if they will need sponsorship at any time in the future, including Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT). 

Be equipped with: 

• good legal research and writing skills required  

• organizational and time-management skills 

• ability to think critically, problem-solving and decision making skills 

• ability to read and understand complex legal documents 

• strong persuasion skills 

• experience in civil litigation (discovery, briefing, research) through previous employment experience a plus 

Requirements: 

• enrolled in your 2^nd Second year at an accredited law school 

• ability to work at least 15 hours per week (school year) and up to 40 hours per week (summer) 

• in good academic standing (cumulative GPA: 3.0 or higher preferred) 

• Collegiate transcripts required with submission of candidate profile (unofficial are acceptable) 

Enhance your talents 

Providing outstanding service and developing strong relationships with our independent agents are hallmarks of our company. Whether you have experience from another carrier or you’re new to the insurance industry, we promote a lifelong learning approach. Cincinnati provides you with the tools and training to be successful and to become a trusted, respected insurance professional – all while enjoying a meaningful career. 

Embrace a diverse team  

As a relationship-based organization, we welcome and value a diverse workforce. We grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race; creed; color; sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity and transgender status; religion; national origin; age; disability; military service; veteran status; pregnancy; AIDS/HIV or genetic information; or any other basis prohibited by law. All job applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please review this information to learn more about those rights.