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Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP · 1 day ago

Intern (Attorney Recruiting & Development)

Washington, DC

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$19.50/hr - $22.50/hr

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. They are currently seeking an Intern in the Attorney Recruiting & Development department who will provide administrative support and assistance to the team during the summer internship program.

Law Practice

Responsibilities

Assist with all aspects of the summer program including preparing orientation, planning and executing on social events, and helping to organize training programs

Assist with summer associate assignment portal, including collecting and entering summer projects and evaluations

Assist with data entry and reporting

Coordinate attendee lists for events

Maintain department calendar of events

Attend team meetings

Assist with scheduling and preparing conference and meeting rooms for department events

Conduct research on market data

Assist with miscellaneous projects as needed

Assist with firmwide initiatives as needed

Qualification

Microsoft OfficeDatabase applicationsOral communicationWritten communicationService orientationProfessional growthAttention to detailTime management

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in accredited university or college

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Familiarity with database applications

Strong attention to detail

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions

Ability to communicate with attorneys and staff in an effective manner

Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing priorities in a professional manner

Willingness and ability to assume new tasks and responsibilities

Strong service orientation and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, office and firm management, vendors, and law school personnel

Ability to work well under pressure, motivate self, facilitate creative solutions, and meet deadlines and milestones for projects assigned

Commitment to professional growth and development

Ability to work extended hours

Candidates must be 21 years of age or older