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At TDS Telecom, our interns are the future of our company. We provide hands-on learning experiences in a real-world environment, helping you sharpen the skills and knowledge relevant to your field of study or career path. Our goal is to equip you for success and prepare you to compete for opportunities within our company, both now and in the future. Whether you join us immediately after your internship or return to TDS later in your career, we are committed to ensuring you leave with more experience and insight than when you started.

If this sounds like the type of environment you want to join, our Legal Department is seeking a motivated Legal Intern to join us! As a Legal Intern, you would work closely with the attorneys within TDS Telecom’s Legal Department, which provides legal services to TDS Telecom and its subsidiaries. 

Work Schedule: This is a part time internship. Your work will be completed during core business hours of Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

We offer flexible scheduling because we understand that school comes first.

Location: This position has the ability to work remotely from a home office in Madison, WI.

Pay: The base pay rate offered for this position is expected to be $20/hour.

Intern Resources:

As an intern at TDS, you'll have the opportunity to partner with seasoned professionals on high-priority company projects and day-to-day operations. During your internship, TDS offers you:

• Access to our Intern Associate Resource Group (ARG): This group provides extra resources for your development, opportunities for internal advancement, and forums to connect with other interns across the company. Our ARG meets monthly, where you can hear about other interns’ projects and engage with leaders from various teams. The group also hosts networking events to help you build valuable connections, with the goal of helping you secure full-time employment upon graduation.
• Prioritization of Your Professional Development: TDS offers in-depth training to ensure you are continuously growing and developing your skills.
• Focus on Ethics and a Healthy Work-Life Balance: We emphasize ethical practices and offer a business casual work environment to promote a balanced, supportive culture.
• Encouragement to Volunteer: Interns are encouraged to engage in local charities, university activities, and community events, fostering personal and professional growth through meaningful contributions.

We anticipate that the legal intern will have the opportunity to assist with some or all of the following activities, under the close supervision of and in conjunction with the TDS Telecom attorneys: 

• Research/review/analyze legal issues and questions submitted by internal departments on topics ranging from contract negotiation and drafting, employment/HR issues, state and federal regulation, government contracting, privacy/HIPAA/GDPR, and commercial real estate transactions;
• Review and revise corporate contracts and participate in contract negotiations;
• Review and revise corporate contract templates;
• Review and analyze existing customer contracts and implement compliance plans;
• Review and suggest improvements to the company's legal processes, procedures and policies; and
• Research/review/analyze Federal Acquisition Regulations and other rules and regulations that apply to federal government (sub)contractors.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a JD student or accepted to an accredited law school for Fall 2025

Other Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Detail oriented
• Strong analytical problem solving skills and critical thinking
• Ability to plan and organize multiple tasks and problem solve
• Solid work ethic and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Previous work experience in a business or corporate setting
• Rising 2L or 3L
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what’s listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Our limited term associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) plan (if 18 or older)
• Sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

Who is TDS Telecom?

TDS Telecom provides high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a diverse range of communities, including small to mid-sized urban, suburban, and rural areas across the U.S. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to building and expanding fiber optic networks that bring cutting-edge connectivity to neighborhoods nationwide. Serving over 1 million connections, our mission is to create a better world by delivering innovative communication solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and connect. Visit tdstelecom.com to learn more! 

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.