Legal Intern
Atlantic Health System
The Legal Intern will support the Legal/Risk team by assisting attorneys with case review, document organization, and Discovery-related tasks, gaining hands-on experience supporting real legal work in a professional setting. The intern may also contribute to activities related to an upcoming software conversion, including data organization, system testing, and process documentation, while gaining insight into organizational processes related to Discovery and systems implementation. This role provides valuable exposure to case management, document review, and legal operations within a fast-paced professional environment, along with mentorship and guidance from experienced attorneys.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Case Review & Research
+ Assist attorneys in reviewing case files and summarizing key facts and timelines.
+ Conduct basic legal or factual research under attorney supervision.
+ Prepare draft case notes, issue summaries, and supporting documentation.
+ Document & Information Organization
+ Organize, catalog, and maintain digital and physical case documents.
+ Ensure accuracy and completeness of case-related information.
+ Assist with creating or updating internal reference materials and tracking systems.
+ Discovery Support
+ Help gather, label, and organize documents relevant to Discovery requests.
+ Assist in reviewing documents for relevance, privilege, or categorization (as directed).
+ Support the preparation of Discovery responses and document productions.
+ Software Conversion Assistance
+ Help prepare files, data, or workflows transitioning into the new system.
+ Participate in testing new software features and documenting results.
+ Contribute to user guides or training materials as needed.
+ Applicants must be currently enrolled in a full-time accredited undergraduate program at a public or private College/University, and be in good academic standing at their institution
+ Interest in law, policy, compliance, or related field preferred.
+ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
+ Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
+ Comfort with technology and willingness to learn new software tools.
+ Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident
+ Must be committed to completing the duration of the internship from June 2026 - August 2026
+ Work 37.5 hours per week and commit to a minimum of 375 hours for the duration of the internship
Desired Skills:
+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
+ Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
+ Familiarity with document management systems is a plus (not required).
At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
+ Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
+ Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
+ Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
+ Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
+ Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
+ Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
+ CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
+ Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
+ Atlantic Mobile Health
+ Atlantic Rehabilitation
We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
+ 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years
+ Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
+ 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
+ 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
+ Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
+ Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
+ One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
+ One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
+ Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
+ NJ Sustainable Business
Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
+ Life & AD&D Insurance.
+ Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
+ 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
+ PTO & Paid Sick Leave
+ Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
+ Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
+ Backup and On-Site Childcare
+ Well-Being Rewards
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
+ Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
+ Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
+ Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
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