Sports Media Internships/Apprentice Internship and Apprentice Program

Paralegal Apprenticeship program at Sports Media, Inc. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various legal tasks, including file maintenance, organization, legal research, and document drafting. As a Paralegal Apprentice, you'll play a crucial role in supporting Sports Media, Inc. in legal matters. Here's what you can expect: Diverse Responsibilities: Dive into a wide range of tasks essential to the legal process. From maintaining and organizing files to conducting thorough legal research and drafting documents, you'll be involved in every stage of legal proceedings. Your contributions will directly impact the success of our legal endeavors. Preparation Support: Assist in the preparation of legal arguments, opening statements, closing statements, and court pleadings or motions. Your meticulous attention to detail and dedication to accuracy will ensure that our legal team is well-equipped to present compelling arguments and navigate complex legal matters effectively. Remote Work Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to perform your duties from any location with an internet connection. This position offers the convenience of balancing work with other commitments while still making meaningful contributions to our legal department. Hands-on Learning: Gain practical experience in a real-world legal environment. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you'll refine your skills and expand your knowledge of legal procedures and practices. This apprenticeship serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in the legal field. Professional Growth: As a Paralegal Apprentice, you'll have opportunities for professional growth and development. Whether it's learning new legal concepts, honing your research skills, or mastering document drafting techniques, you'll continuously enhance your capabilities to excel in your role.

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ABOUT THE JOB

Sports Media Inc. Intern/ Apprentice Training Program for Paralegals Welcome to the Sports Media Inc. Intern and Apprentice Training Program for Paralegals! We're excited to have you join our team and embark on a journey of learning and professional growth. Below is a detailed outline of the program, including instructions, learning objectives, and how it can benefit your career. 1. Affiliates Department: Instructions: Assist in managing affiliate agreements and contracts. Learning Objectives: Gain practical experience in contract review and negotiation. Career Benefit: Develop skills in contract management essential for any legal career. 2. SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) Department: Instructions: Support in researching and applying for SBIR grants. Learning Objectives: Understand the SBIR application process and federal funding regulations. Career Benefit: Acquire knowledge in federal grant procedures, valuable for future work in government or corporate sectors. 3. Human Resources Department: Instructions: Aid in drafting HR policies and handling employee relations issues. Learning Objectives: Learn about employment law compliance and HR best practices. Career Benefit: Gain insight into HR functions, beneficial for roles involving legal compliance and employee management. 4. News Department: Instructions: Assist in reviewing and clearing news content for legal compliance. Learning Objectives: Understand media law principles and regulations. Career Benefit: Develop expertise in media law, applicable to careers in journalism, broadcasting, or entertainment law. 5. Suppliers Department: Instructions: Help in reviewing supplier contracts and agreements. Learning Objectives: Familiarize with contract negotiation and vendor management. Career Benefit: Acquire negotiation skills vital for any legal profession, especially in contract law. 6. Entertainment Department: Instructions: Support in drafting entertainment contracts and licensing agreements. Learning Objectives: Gain knowledge of entertainment law and copyright regulations. Career Benefit: Explore the intersection of law and entertainment, valuable for roles in the entertainment industry. 7. Intellectual Property Department: Instructions: Assist in managing trademarks, patents, and copyrights. Learning Objectives: Understand IP law fundamentals and registration processes. Career Benefit: Develop specialized skills in intellectual property law, advantageous for careers in technology, media, or creative industries. 8. Publishing Department: Instructions: Aid in reviewing publishing contracts and rights agreements. Learning Objectives: Learn about publishing law and distribution rights. Career Benefit: Gain insights into the legal aspects of publishing, beneficial for roles in publishing houses or literary agencies. 9. Television Department: Instructions: Support in legal clearance for television content. Learning Objectives: Understand broadcast regulations and content licensing. Career Benefit: Acquire knowledge in television law, applicable to careers in broadcasting or media production. 10. Government Contracting Department: - Instructions: Assist in reviewing and drafting government contracts. - Learning Objectives: Familiarize with federal procurement regulations and compliance. - Career Benefit: Develop expertise in government contracting, advantageous for legal roles in government agencies or contractors. 11. Licensing Department: - Instructions: Help in managing licensing agreements for products and services. - Learning Objectives: Understand licensing law principles and negotiation techniques. - Career Benefit: Gain experience in licensing transactions, valuable for roles in various industries such as technology, consumer goods, or entertainment. 12. Radio Department: - Instructions: Support in legal clearance for radio broadcasts and advertising. - Learning Objectives: Learn about FCC regulations and broadcast licensing. - Career Benefit: Explore legal aspects of radio broadcasting, beneficial for careers in radio production or media law. 13. GSA (General Services Administration) Department: - Instructions: Assist in GSA contract compliance and administration. - Learning Objectives: Understand GSA schedules and federal procurement processes. - Career Benefit: Gain expertise in government contracting and compliance, valuable for legal roles in federal contracting or consulting. 14. Mergers & Acquisitions Department: - Instructions: Support in due diligence and contract review for M&A transactions. - Learning Objectives: Familiarize with M&A legal frameworks and transactional documents. - Career Benefit: Acquire skills in M&A law and deal structuring, beneficial for roles in corporate law or investment banking. 15. SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) Department: - Instructions: Assist in SDVOSB certification and compliance. - Learning Objectives: Understand eligibility requirements and certification processes for SDVOSBs. - Career Benefit: Gain knowledge in government contracting opportunities for SDVOSBs, beneficial for legal roles in supporting veteran-owned businesses. 16. Sam.gov Department: - Instructions: Aid in registration and compliance with SAM (System for Award Management). - Learning Objectives: Learn about federal procurement systems and vendor registration. - Career Benefit: Develop expertise in navigating government procurement portals, useful for legal roles in government contracting or consulting. 17. Grants Department: - Instructions: Support in researching and applying for grants. - Learning Objectives: Understand grant funding mechanisms and application processes. - Career Benefit: Gain experience in grant writing and management, beneficial for roles in nonprofit organizations or government agencies. 18. Securities and Exchange Department: - Instructions: Assist in compliance with securities regulations and filings. - Learning Objectives: Familiarize with SEC reporting requirements and securities laws. - Career Benefit: Acquire knowledge in securities law, advantageous for roles in finance, investment, or corporate law. 19. Legislation Department: - Instructions: Aid in monitoring legislative developments relevant to the company. - Learning Objectives: Understand legislative processes and regulatory compliance. - Career Benefit: Gain insights into the intersection of law and policy, valuable for roles in government affairs or legislative advocacy. 20. Contracts Department: - Instructions: Support in drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts. - Learning Objectives: Develop contract drafting and negotiation skills. - Career Benefit: Enhance expertise in contract law, essential for various legal roles in corporate, government, or private practice. 21. Freedom of Information Department: - Instructions: Assist in handling FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) requests and compliance. - Learning Objectives: Understand FOIA procedures and exemptions. - Career Benefit: Gain experience in information disclosure laws, useful for legal roles in government, journalism, or advocacy. 22. Wikipedia Department: - Instructions: Support in Wikipedia content management and compliance. - Learning Objectives: Learn about Wikipedia editing policies and guidelines. - Career Benefit: Develop skills in online content management and compliance, beneficial for roles in digital media or reputation management. 23. SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) Department: - Instructions: Aid in developing and updating SOPs for legal processes and compliance. - Learning Objectives: Understand SOP creation and implementation. - Career Benefit: Gain experience in process optimization and compliance management, valuable for various legal and corporate roles. Responsibilities: -Draft documents such as sale, vendor, and sponsorship agreements -Searching out potential government contracts and preparing documents -Preparing sports licensing applications -Vendor relationship contract reviews -Filing for trademarks and copyrights -Trademark enforcement -Analyze and organize research and information. -Prepare written reports and legal documents. -Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles. -Organize and present information. -Other related duties Requirements: -Current undergraduate majoring in business, economics, accounting, political science or any other related field -Proficiency in Google Docs (Word, Excel) and Slack (teachable) -Ability to multi-task and work proactively -Ability to work with little or no supervision -Excellent written, verbal, research, analytical and organizational skills -Must be detail-oriented, with accurate input and proofing skills -Strong operational and organization awareness. -Familiar with Zoom for weekly calls. 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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft documents such as sale, vendor, and sponsorship agreements
• Searching out potential government contracts and preparing documents
• Preparing sports licensing applications
• Vendor relationship contract reviews
• Filing for trademarks and copyrights
• Trademark enforcement
• Analyze and organize research and information
• Prepare written reports and legal documents
• Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles
• Organize and present information

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current undergraduate majoring in business, economics, accounting, political science or any other related field
• Proficiency in Google Docs (Word, Excel) and Slack (teachable)
• Ability to multi-task and work proactively
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Excellent written, verbal, research, analytical and organizational skills
• Must be detail-oriented, with accurate input and proofing skills
• Strong operational and organization awareness
• Familiar with Zoom for weekly calls

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Remote Work Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to work from anywhere with an internet connection. This remote position offers the convenience of managing your schedule while gaining valuable experience

BENEFITS

• Remote Work Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to work from anywhere with an internet connection
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for learning new legal concepts, honing research skills, or mastering document drafting techniques
• Hands-on Learning: Gain practical experience in a real-world legal environment under the guidance of experienced professionals

OTHER

If employment is offered at the end of your program it will be performance based, commissioned only positions. Internet access required