Description:

Summer Law Clerk
Summer Internship 2026: June 1st , 2026 - August 21st, 2026

Location – Low Hybrid
This is a hybrid role, which means that you will have the flexibility to work both onsite and at a distance. You will collaborate onsite at our Cashton, WI office for 3-5 days per week and the rest of the time you can choose to work remotely or onsite.
Employee Type – Hourly
Bonus Eligibility – No
Safety Sensitive – No

If a company is going to make a difference in today's world, it's going to have to think differently. At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals and the earth. We're a mission-driven cooperative, owned by family farmers, and we've been leaders in organic agriculture from the very beginning. Once pioneers of organic agriculture, we're now an established leader. Organic is all we do. We are driven by our mission to promote regional farm diversity and economic stability by the means of organic agricultural methods and the sale of certified organic products.

Summary of Role
The Summer Law Clerk at CROPP (Organic Valley) offers an opportunity for education and training alongside in-house counsel. This role is designed to provide practical legal experience and exposure to various aspects of corporate law within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in legal research and preparation of legal and/or department documents. Participate in meetings and provide summaries of legal issues.Collaborate with various departments to gather information and work cross functionally with the legal department. Assist in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations including research on compliance related issues.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Present summary of work completed and impact on department to senior leadership.Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Completed post-secondary education (college/university).Currently enrolled in law school (rising 2L or 3L). Strong research and analytical skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to prioritize workload and responsibilities effectively.Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Interest in organic and working with farmers and cooperative business model preferred.

Base hourly wage range: $18.00 per hour
This hourly wage range is exclusive of fringe benefits. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary bonuses. If you are hired at CROPP, your final base hourly wage compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. Additionally, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that entry-level candidates to this role should expect to be at the lower end of the hourly wage range and hiring at the maximum of the hourly wage range is not typical.

Internship Program Overview:

Program concludes after 12 weeks (first week of June start date)
Furnished housing provided or housing stipend
Engaging and project-based experiences with a leading organic food brand
Network and learn from our business leaders in a "Learn The Co-op Series"
Various intern group events held throughout the summer
Interns are paid hourly for time worked
Interns are responsible for transportation to and from work

Benefits:
We believe when our people are strong, our mission is strong. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive and holistic Total Rewards package meant to strengthen employees' and their family's total wellbeing. Here are some of the great benefits offered:

Comprehensive Health Insurance - Choice of plans for you and your family, including some that can be paired with an HSA (which CROPP contributes to on your behalf)
Supplemental insurances: we offer accidental insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Time Off – 136 hours in the 1st year of employment prorated by start date. Plus 9 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday to use at will.
6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave – For all gendered partners in childbirth or adoption.
Vision & Dental Insurance – Free annual eye exam, discounts on glasses/contacts, flexible dental network, adult ortho.
401k – We match 100% up to the first 3% of an employee's contribution, and then 50% for 3.1%-5.0% of employee contributions.
Free services at five local Neighborhood Family Clinics.
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $1,500 per year to support continuing higher education.
Life Insurance - $50,000 policy funded by CROPP for each employee. Supplemental voluntary coverage available for employees, spouses, and children.
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D Insurance - $50,000 of life insurance coverage of $50,000 of AD&D coverage funded by CROPP for each employee.
Employee Assistance Program - Free and Confidential for employees, spouses, and dependents.
Free onsite fitness centers available 24/7
Free biometric screenings (cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure) and health coaching.
Financial advisors and seminars
Annual $360 Lifestyle Spending Account
Flexible Scheduling
On-site all-organic cafeterias