Job Description

Position Title: Legal Intern

Department: Legal Solutions

Supervisor: SVP, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary

Classification: Non-Exempt

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

About the Javits Center

Javits Center is one of the busiest convention centers in the United States, hosting

leading conventions, trade shows, and special events on Manhattan’s West Side.

These events generate billions of dollars in annual economic activity for New York City

and New York State, supporting thousands of jobs.

Located between West 34th and West 40th Streets, the Javits Center features more

than 850,000 square feet of exhibition space, expanded meeting rooms, a rooftop

pavilion and terrace, and a wide range of sustainability and technology-driven services.

Program Overview

The Javits Emerging Leaders Program (JELP) is a paid summer internship designed to

cultivate the next generation of leaders through hands-on experience, mentorship, and

professional development.

Program Dates: June 8 – August 14

Interns will gain real-world experience, contribute to impactful projects,

and participate in a structured leadership development program.

Plant the Seed. Grow the Future.

Position Summary

The JELP Intern will be an integral member of the Legal Solutions team, contributing to

research, documentation, and risk management initiatives that support key business

functions across the organization. This role is designed to go beyond traditional

support—interns will take ownership of meaningful work that directly impacts

compliance, decision-making, and organizational risk strategy.

Through hands-on work, mentorship, and a capstone project, interns will develop in demand skills in legal research, critical thinking, analysis, and cross-functional

collaboration, empowering them to grow as future leaders and confidently take the next

step in their careers.

Essential Functions

Core Responsibilities (All Interns):

Support departmental initiatives and daily operations

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Participate in all JELP programming and events

Contribute to and complete assigned capstone project

Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and initiative

Department-Specific Responsibilities:

Research and draft formal memoranda on litigation, contracts, and New York State

legislation impacting the Javits Center.

Assist the Legal Department with contract management, document retention, and FOIL

compliance.

Retrieve, organize, and maintain historical records and the department’s filing systems.

Exercise sound decision-making and a collaborative approach to resolving legal and

operational challenges.

Prepare and deliver professional presentations on legal topics to relevant stakeholders.

Utilize and integrate AI into the department efficiently and effectively.

Coordinate with internal departments to advance Javits Center and Legal Department

objectives.

Execute additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student (or recent graduate)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills and strong attention to details

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong writing, research, and organizational skills

Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, and AI

Preferred major in legal, compliance, or risk management topics

Ability to handle matters with discretion

Program Requirements

Must be available to work full-time onsite at the Javits Center for the duration of the

program.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for

employer-sponsored visa support now or in the future.

Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college or university.

Application Information

Application Deadline: April 22

Interested candidates should apply via Handshake, LinkedIn, or Indeed.

Disclaimer:

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work

performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required, and

the organization may modify this description at any time, with or without notice,

consistent with applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity, Non-Discrimination, and Reasonable

Accommodation:

The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are

committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and to providing equal

employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex

(including pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding/lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status,

marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, height, weight, military status, veteran status,

unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and for religious

observances and practices, consistent with applicable law. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources

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