Legal Intern

Posted on 9/19/2025

DP World

DP World

No salary listed

Auburn Hills, MI, USA

Hybrid

This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

We are searching for a Legal Intern to join our Summer 2026 cohort. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience working in a global business setting. This internship is an excellent opportunity for students to work on meaningful projects that impact DP World's operations and legal compliance.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

 • Assist in reviewing, drafting, and editing various legal documents, including contracts, NDAs, and corporate policies

• Conduct legal research on regulatory requirements, case law, and relevant legal issues affecting the company’s operations

• Support the legal team in managing corporate governance documents, such as board minutes, resolutions, and company filings

• Help ensure the company’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies

• Assist with due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other business transactions

• Participate in internal legal department meetings and external meetings with stakeholders as needed

• Work with the legal team to develop training materials on legal topics relevant to the company

• Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by the legal team

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Currently pursuing a degree in Law (JD or LLB) or related field from an accredited university

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced

environment

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive legal information

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or work experience in a legal environment

• Knowledge of corporate law, contract law, or intellectual property law

• Familiarity with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)

What You Will Gain

• Hands-on experience working with experienced corporate lawyers in a global

business setting

• Exposure to a wide range of legal issues and the inner workings of a corporate legal

department

• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that impact the company’s 

operations and legal compliance

• Professional development and networking opportunities within the company\

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

ABOUT DP WORLD

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. 

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. 

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.



DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

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