Paralegal

Performs activities related to his / her field of study while obtaining experience working in a corporate environment. Participates in various networking and / or community service events.

Essential Functions

Supports and plans work on small projects with direction from management.

Assists management and other department personnel to support larger projects (e.g., managing project schedule and status reporting).

May assume the duties normally performed in the department, alongside professionals who perform these roles.

Works with various departments and / or vendors to gather information needed for various projects.

Presents project results to management and / or department personnel.

Performs analytical work within the assigned functional area.

Conducts research using the internet and other sources of information.

Creates or updates systems or databases for specific department needs.

Minimum Education

One (1) year of education at an accredited college, university or technical school (must be currently enrolled).

Paralegal Intern : Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college / university paralegal or legal studies undergraduate program or paralegal certification program

Minimum Experience

None required.

Required Skills, Abilities and / or Licensure

Software skills, including use of Microsoft Office software and web-based applications.

Knowledge of AutoCAD software may be required for some positions.

Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of management.

Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.

Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.

Other Job Description Information

This is a Summer 2024 internship starting in June 2024.

Some of the tasks the paralegal interns have worked on include :

Direct Responsibility for Customer Claims

o Preparing Hearing Outlines and Preparing Witnesses

o Drafting Release Agreements

o Talking with Consumers to Settle Small Claims

Data / Document Collection

Litigation Holds

Document Review and Coding

Legal Research

Investigation Reviews

Drafting Position Statements & Response Letters

This position will be domiciled in Pittsburgh, PA. Remote work will be considered.

Address : 1000 FedEx Drive

City : Moon Township

State : Pennsylvania

Zip Code : 15108

Domicile Location : FXG-US / USA / P090 / PGH - FedEx Ground

Auto req ID : 408144BR

Position Type : Full time

Employee Type : Non-Exempt

EEO Statement

FedEx Ground is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer (Minorities / Females / Disability / Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce

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Last updated : 2023-12-04