Legal Intern

The Opportunity

At IDEXX, we help pets and people live longer, healthier lives. Our Legal team plays a critical role in enabling that mission by partnering closely with the business to manage risk, support innovation, and uphold our values.

IDEXX is seeking two first‑year law students (1L) to join our Legal team as a Summer Intern. This paid internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands‑on exposure to in‑house legal practice.

What You Will Do

As a Legal Summer Intern, you will work alongside IDEXX attorneys and legal professionals on real business matters and gain exposure across a range of legal disciplines, which may include:

• Commercial & Corporate: Supporting contract review, negotiation support, and corporate governance matters
• Compliance & Regulatory: Assisting with research and analysis related to regulatory obligations and internal policies
• Intellectual Property: Gaining exposure to trademark, copyright, and innovation‑related legal issues
• Employment & Labor: Supporting research and documentation related to employment law and workplace matters
• Litigation & Risk: Assisting with document review, research, and case support activities

Across these areas, you may:

• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, concise summaries
• Review and organize contracts, policies, and other legal materials
• Collaborate with attorneys and business partners on discrete projects
• Participate in meetings and observe how in‑house counsel advise a global business

The internship is designed to provide substantive legal experience in a collaborative, professional environment.

What You Will Need

• Current first-year law students (1L) in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Professional judgment, attention to detail, and discretion
• Interest in corporate or in‑house legal practice
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Why IDEXX

• Meaningful work: Contribute to real legal matters that support a global, science‑driven organization
• Broad exposure: Learn how different Legal functions work together to support the business
• Mentorship: Work closely with experienced in‑house counsel committed to development and inclusion
• Purpose‑driven culture: Be part of a company that aims to create exceptional long-term value for our customers, employees, and shareholders by enhancing the health and well‑being of pets, people, and livestock

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people. 

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement. 
  
Let’s pursue what matters together.  

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.  

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.