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Seasonal Recruiting Intern

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Lateral Partner Recruiting

Reports To: Director of Lateral Partner Recruiting

Location: Austin

Jackson Walker, the largest law firm in Texas, has an exciting temporary employment opportunity for a Seasonal Recruiting Intern in our Austin office. The Seasonal Recruiting Intern will receive valuable hands-on experience and assist the Lateral Partner recruiting team with the Lateral Partner Hiring Process and Integration. The planned duration for this role will be 8 to 9 weeks, between May 2025 to August 2025. The candidate will support the team with day-to-day logistics, such as scheduling, expense reimbursements, special projects, and event planning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with daily operations and projects within the Lateral Partner Recruiting department
• Conduct research and gather data to support departmental initiatives
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation as needed
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas
• Collaborate with team members on various tasks and projects
• Attend orientation and department overviews during the first week
• Engage in mid-program and final evaluations to assess progress and receive feedback
• Coordinate with event venues and catering
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficient with MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Must be detail-oriented with strong execution and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints
• Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
• Possess a high degree of professionalism in order to communicate with Firm employees at all levels
• Demonstrate the ability to think critically and show initiative
• Ability to handle confidential documents and information appropriately
• Contribute to and execute the goals of the team

Education:

• High school senior, college student, or postgrad student (1-2 years post-graduation)

Experience:

• No prior professional experience required; relevant coursework or extracurricular activities are a plus – experience in recruiting and event planning preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise and temperature.
• Expected Work Hours – Days and work of work are Monday through Thursday, 10:00am to 4:00pm in the office.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that employment decisions be based on job-related factors.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.