Intern: Legal (Fall 2026)

What you will do

Position Description

Volvo Financial Services ("VFS") is seeking a second or third year law student to serve as a legal intern in the company’s US Legal Department during the 2026 fall term. The internship role provides students with the opportunity to apply academic knowledge and skills in a professional environment, and to support/promote the graduate's career goals through contact with professionals in their field of study. The internship experience enables students to participate in professional activities for VFS by working on important and innovative projects. Internships are structured learning experiences where interns and our full time professionals work together on projects within their selected organization. The internship allows students to integrate knowledge and skills in a manner that is mutually beneficial to the student and VFS.

Responsibilities

This position will primarily be project based and will work with internal counsel responsible for providing legal support on a wide array of commercial finance matters in the transportation industry. Day to day activities will include legal research and writing and assisting with various legal matters while interacting directly with the members of the Legal Department as well as internal clients throughout the business. Additional projects will include updating a state GAP law survey and assisting with negotiated commercial transactions.  The Legal Intern must be available to work for a minimum of 10 weeks. The position is located in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring: 

Essential Skills and Required Experience

• Currently enrolled in an ABA accredited law school (top 1/3 of class preferred)
• Demonstrated strong legal writing skills
• Prior professional work experience is a plus
• Familiarity with or coursework on Articles 2A and 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code, Business Associations and/or Bankruptcy preferred
• Have experience prioritizing work effectively and multi-tasking in a fast paced environment
• Have proven experience working with attention to detail and in a proactive way
• Have proven interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Fully proficient in reading, writing and speaking English, additional language a plus
• Fall interns may work up to 30 hours per week
• Must have 30 cumulative credit hours and a minimum GPA of 2.75

Competencies

All VFS USA workers are expected to develop and meet the following competencies:

• Action oriented: Full of energy for challenges and not fearful of acting. Seizes opportunities
• Customer focus: Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and colleagues and gains their trust and respect
• Integrity and trust: Seen as a direct, truthful individual who presents facts in an appropriate and helpful manner, keeps confidences and admits mistakes
• Learning on the fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems and is a versatile learner open to change and quickly grasps the essence of ideas. Self-directed with the ability to adjust in a dynamic environment
• Peer relationships: Can solve problems with peers and is seen as a team player who easily gains trust and support and encourages collaboration. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
• Perseverance: Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to finish
• Self-development: Personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/her
• Standing alone: Can be counted on and is willing to be the only champion for an idea or work alone on a tough assignment
• Technical learning: Can learn new skills and knowledge quickly and is good at learning a new industry, company, product, or technology

What’s in it for you?

Ready to turn your legal studies into real-world experience? As a motivated Legal Intern, you will work on meaningful tasks, learn from experienced professionals, and build a strong foundation in corporate law within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. In addition to gaining practical experience, you will expand your legal knowledge, and gain valuable insight into how legal expertise contributes to a global organization.