Intern - Legal (Office of General Counsel)

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SUMMER INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW: 

The Hanover’s Internship Program provides college students with the opportunity to work on a variety of critical business assignments, test your skills, use your academic knowledge, and match your interests to a real job.
Through the 10-week summer program​ (June – mid August), You will: 

• Take on meaningful projects and work alongside some of the very best talent in the industry
• Be supported and mentored by a community of exceptional talent (leaders, managers, subject matter experts and recent graduates) 
• Participate in a cross-functional team building project focused on corporate philanthropy
• Attend weekly development workshops with your intern peers
• Join in engagement and social activities with other interns

We recruit highly skilled students for potential future full-time employment opportunities, upon graduation. 

Our Office of General Counsel team is seeking detail-oriented and exceptional law students for our Summer Internship Program, which provides meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth, as well as rewarding career path options. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a corporate legal environment and exposure to a wide range of legal and regulatory issues.  We value interns who are:

• Curious about how legal issues impact business operations
• Eager to learn from experienced attorneys and explore new areas of law
• Open to feedback and willing to ask questions to deepen understanding
• Proactive in seeking out opportunities to contribute and grow professionally

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL: 

• Work on meaningful legal assignments under the guidance of experienced in-house counsel
• Gain exposure to legal issues affecting a corporate legal environment, including insurance regulatory frameworks, contracts, and corporate governance
• Observe and participate in meetings with attorneys and cross-functional teams
• Be flexible and open to working on different tasks, sharing ideas, and helping the team wherever needed
• Demonstrate curiosity, a strong willingness to learn, and the ability to apply foundational legal knowledge to real-world legal tasks
• Assist with legal research and writing projects on a variety of legal topics
   

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:  

• Enrolled in an accredited law program
• Have finished at least 1+ year(s) of full-time law school or equivalent
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Interest in insurance law, regulatory compliance, contract law, or corporate legal practice
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Ability to commit to a full time 10-week internship program
• Ability to commit to 2-3 days per week in-office at our Worcester, MA location 
• Ability to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future 

EEO statement:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers.  The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.  

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.” 

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities.  Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.comand include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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Compensation:

The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.