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Legal Student Intern
cannondesign· Legal
About this role
If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The successful candidate will be an integral part of our in-house legal team, supporting our 19 offices internationally. This is a part-time, temporary position with an anticipated schedule of approximately 20 hours per week, offering flexibility to accommodate the candidate’s fall school schedule.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Assist in-house lawyers with research projects, corporate qualification, and professional licensing matters.
- Drafting corporate resolutions and minutes.
- Analyzing contracts.
- Assisting with dispute resolution.
- May perform other duties as required.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Enrolled in and pursuing a Juris Doctorate required.
- Previous legal experience preferred.
- The ability to use online legal research resources is essential.
- Must have strong research, writing and interpersonal skills.
The salary range for this position to be filled in the Buffalo, NY office is $19.25 to $23.25 hourly. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Based on the position status, employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
ABOUT OUR FIRM
CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.
ABOUT WORKING HERE
- We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
- We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
- We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.
Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.
As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.
CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Legal Student Intern role at cannondesign?
The listed salary for this Legal Student Intern position at cannondesign is USD 19–23. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Legal Student Intern position at cannondesign located?
This Legal Student Intern role at cannondesign is based in Buffalo, NY. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Legal Student Intern at cannondesign belong to?
This Legal Student Intern position is part of the Legal department at cannondesign. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Legal Student Intern position at cannondesign?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to cannondesign's official application portal hosted on greenhouse where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Legal Student Intern job at cannondesign posted?
This Legal Student Intern position at cannondesign was posted on May 28, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Legal Student Intern
cannondesign · 💰 USD 19–23
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