Law Department Intern

We are seeking two motivated and detail-oriented Law Department Interns for Summer 2026 to support the Contracts team within the Law Department. The interns will assist with routine contract administration organization and compliance tracking of sales contracts and purchasing contracts in a structured and fast-paced federal government contractor environment.

Following corporate transition activities and related updates to federal registrations the interns will assist with contract lifecycle administration maintenance of contract records in HighQ (Contract Lifecycle Management System) reconciliation of company information across U.S. Government systems and development of internal workflow documentation.

This position provides hands-on exposure to contracting operations and supports the operational efficiency of the Law Department during a period of growth and increased regulatory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Essential functions:

SPECIFIC DUTIES ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Primary Duties: 

• Lead and support action on HighQ requests submitted to Law Department
• Update SDIs presence in U.S. Government websites
• Maintain contractual records in HighQ
• Assist with tracking contract periods of performance (PoP) option periods renewals and close-outs.
• Provide routine contract administration and documentation support to the Contracts team

Secondary/Support Duties: 

• Develop training resources for HighQ
• Support HighQ user maintenance
• Draft workflow/process documentation

Qualifications :

Education/Training:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree (upperclassman preferred) Masters degree or Juris Doctor (JD).
• Coursework in business law public administration government contracting compliance or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• Prior internship or office/administrative experience preferred
• Experience working with structured documents spreadsheets or digital systems preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow structured processes and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook Teams)
• Ability to manage multiple assignments under supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional discretion when handling confidential government-related information
• Interest in government contracting and regulatory compliance

Supervises

None

REQUIREMENTS: U.S. Citizenship required; ability to successfully pass a background check and security vetting required.

Additional Information :

We offer

Join us and well help build your career with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business both locally and globally. Youll experience an inclusive environment with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. Youll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity PostersIf youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan or policy statement please email .

The compensation for this position ranges from $15.00 - $35.00/hr and will vary depending on factors including level of school completed and type of position requirements for skills whether technical or non-technical.  We are committed to ensuring our interns are fairly compensated for their valuable contributions.

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We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern