Job detail

Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

We are seeking two motivated and detail-oriented Law Department Interns for Summer 2026 to support the Contracts team within the Law Department. The interns will assist with routine contract administration, organization, and compliance tracking of sales contracts and purchasing contracts in a structured and fast-paced federal government contractor environment.

Following corporate transition activities and related updates to federal registrations, the interns will assist with contract lifecycle administration, maintenance of contract records in HighQ (Contract Lifecycle Management System), reconciliation of company information across U.S. Government systems, and development of internal workflow documentation.

This position provides hands-on exposure to contracting operations and supports the operational efficiency of the Law Department during a period of growth and increased regulatory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Essential functions:

SPECIFIC DUTIES, ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Primary Duties: 

• Lead and support action on HighQ requests submitted to Law Department
• Update SDI’s presence in U.S. Government websites
• Maintain contractual records in HighQ
• Assist with tracking contract periods of performance (PoP), option periods, renewals, and close-outs.
• Provide routine contract administration and documentation support to the Contracts team

Secondary/Support Duties: 

• Develop training resources for HighQ
• Support HighQ user maintenance
• Draft workflow/process documentation

Qualifications

Education/Training:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (upperclassman preferred), Master’s degree, or Juris Doctor (JD).
• Coursework in business law, public administration, government contracting, compliance, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• Prior internship or office/administrative experience preferred
• Experience working with structured documents, spreadsheets, or digital systems preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow structured processes and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to manage multiple assignments under supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional discretion when handling confidential government-related information
• Interest in government contracting and regulatory compliance

Supervises

None

REQUIREMENTS: U.S. Citizenship required; ability to successfully pass a background check and security vetting required.

Additional Information

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity PostersIf you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email hr-1@smiths-detection.com.

The compensation for this position ranges from $15.00 - $35.00/hr and will vary depending on factors including level of school completed and type of position requirements for skills, whether technical or non-technical.  We are committed to ensuring our interns are fairly compensated for their valuable contributions.

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail stat@smiths.comor call toll-free 877-703-1029. This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Smiths Detection, Inc. participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)