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Legal - Legal Intern

Henderson Engineers

parental leave, paid time off, sick time, 401(k), profit sharing

United States, Kansas, Lenexa

8345 Lenexa Drive (Show on map)

Apr 17, 2026

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings
We're about the people, experiences, and longevity of a building. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to provide come up with out-of-the-box solutions when it comes to design and construction. We love the process of bringing buildings to life - and keeping them in shape long after the doors open.

As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.

It's What We Do

We provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue.

It's How We're Different

We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We've always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential - both as professionals and individuals. Together, we provide dream up innovative solutions for our clients industry-wide problems, design and construct spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3

Position Summary
The Legal Intern will provide basic administrative and research support to the legal function. This role offers exposure to contracts, compliance, and legal processes related to engineering, construction, and professional services.
Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities
Contract & Document Support	Assist with organizing and maintaining agreements and legal files Help draft and review documents for completeness and accuracy, tracking document versions, approvals, and status
Research, Compliance & Risk Claim Support	Support basic legal research related to construction, engineering, litigation, and corporate matters Assist with insurance, compliance, or risk-related documentation as directed Help collect and organize information needed for compliance or audit purposes Review documents and assist with discovery
Administrative & Team Support	Track deadlines and follow up on assigned legal items Attend meetings and take notes when requested Perform general administrative and support tasks as assigned
Core Competencies

Communication	Keeps others informed, conveying information clearly and with an appropriate level of detail. Listens attentively to others and takes an interest in what they have to say. Responds openly to others encouraging honest, productive communication.
Integrity	Demonstrates consideration for the opinions, perspectives, and experiences of others. Takes responsibility for personal actions and delivers on commitments. Aims to understand how actions impact others.
Quality Orientation	Takes steps to ensure work is done correctly. Delivers on client expectations. Strives to follow policies and procedures.
Teamwork/Inclusion	Shares time, effort, and consideration with others. Gets curious, takes interest and learns from the diversity of others. Shows enthusiasm for team goals.
Continuous Learning	Views mistakes and change as a growth opportunity. Recognizes gaps in personal knowledge and enthusiastically pursues opportunities to learn something new. Engages others when tackling an unfamiliar task or responsibility.
Functional/Technical Expertise	Recognizes routine problems and identifies solutions. Keeps up with industry and/or discipline standards. Maintains best practice throughout all job functions.
Required Education, Experience, Licenses & Technical Competencies
Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description. Legal coursework in progress or completed.

Physical & Other Requirements

Other duties as assigned.
Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Let's Talk Perks

We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.

Culture

Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)

Benefits

Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)

More information can be found here - https://www.hendersonengineers.com/careers/.

Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program.

Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.

All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.

To all recruitment agencies: Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT

Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com, @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website's careers page.