Legal Intern (Summer 2027)

Saved job description

As a North American leader in agribusiness and renewable fuels, The Andersons operates in a unique space, bringing together agriculture, energy, and global markets. From the farm to customers around the world, we help move food, feed, and fuel where it’s needed most.

Our business spans the full value chain, which means the work we do directly supports farmers, customers, and communities every day. Whether it’s helping producers succeed, delivering essential products, or advancing more sustainable energy solutions, our impact is both local and global.

What truly sets us apart is how we work together. We are a performance-driven, people-powered organization where employees are owners, sharing in our success and helping shape our future. We invest in our team through development opportunities, meaningful career paths, and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

At the core of everything we do is our Statement of Principles. We are committed to providing extraordinary service to our customers, helping our employees improve, supporting our communities, and increasing the value of the company for our shareholders.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for supporting projects, processes, and initiatives within the Legal department and its related functions. The intern will gain exposure to a variety of business and operational activities while assisting with day-to-day responsibilities and special projects that support departmental and organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Develop a foundational understanding of departmental operations, processes, and business practices

Support projects, research efforts, and administrative activities as assigned.

Assist with the collection, organization, review, and maintenance of documents, records, and information

Create, review, and maintain reports, presentations, spreadsheets, or other materials related to departmental initiatives

Conduct research and summarize findings to support business, regulatory, operational, or strategic matters

Collaborate with team members and business partners to support ongoing projects and learning opportunities

Support continuous improvement efforts by assisting with process documentation, organization, and workflow enhancements

Participate in special projects and initiatives that support departmental goals and priorities

What is Expected of You and Others at This Level

Minimal job-related experience

Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks

Work is prescribed and completed with little autonomy

Works with either close supervision, or under clearly defined procedures

Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level

Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works cooperatively with others to achieve shared objectives

Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments

Being Resilient - Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations

Customer Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer centric solutions

Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization

Optimizes Work Processes - Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement

Instills Trust - Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

First year law student pursuing a JD required; second year law student strongly preferred

Interest in real estate or environmental law preferred

0-2 years’ relevant experience required

This job description is intended to give you a general understanding of the role and the type of work involved, but it may not include every responsibility or requirement. Employment with The Andersons, Inc. is at will , which means both you and the Company can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable law, nothing in this description should be viewed as a contract.

Disclaimer:

The Andersons, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and consider candidates without regard to any status protected by law, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

We also prioritize a safe and healthy workplace. The Company maintains a drug-free work environment and may require drug, alcohol, and/or medical testing depending on the role.

To ensure a consistent hiring process, The Andersons, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies that do not have a formal agreement in place and is not responsible for any related fees.

Finally, we want to help you stay informed and safe during your job search. Please note that The Andersons only uses company email addresses, which contain “@andersonsinc.com” or"@theandersons.com", to communicate with candidates via email. If you are contacted by someone about an open job at The Andersons, please verify the domain of the sender’s email address. If something seems unusual, we encourage you to verify communications and report any concerns through TalentAquisition@andersonsinc.com