Legal Intern (Onsite, Seattle)

Job Description

Nordstrom is seeking a highly motivated and detailed oriented legal intern to join our in-house Legal team. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced corporate environment and work alongside experienced attorneys on a variety of legal matters.  

As an intern, you’ll…

• Get an up-close, behind-the-scenes view of an in-house Legal department.  

• Conduct legal research and analysis across a wide range of legal disciplines. 

• Partner and support projects that impact a range of business areas, including gathering information and compiling data/findings. 

• Attend a variety of meetings and proceedings, taking notes, observing client consultations, and potentially interacting with clients directly under supervision 

• Work alongside and learn from experienced members of the Legal department. 

You own this if you…

• Are a college student currently in your junior or senior year working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field AND/OR current law student (1L, 2L, or 3L) at an accredited law school. 

• Have strong academic credentials.  A demonstrated interest in in-house legal work preferred. 

• Have excellent legal research and writing skills. 

• Have strong organizational and time management skills. 

• Have ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment. 

What’s next? We’re glad you asked…  

• Candidates should be prepared to submit an application, transcripts and references to be considered. 

• We anticipate making our hiring decision by May 2026.  

• The internship will take place June through August 2026 (exact dates to be determined with the intern) at our Seattle Corporate Offices. 

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away

• Life Insurance and Disability

• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com. 

Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$22.75 - $37.50 HourlyThis position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf