Posted 29 days ago
Legal Co-Op
@ Canadian Solar Inc.
Kitchener, Ontario
Overview
Canadian Solar Inc. is hiring a full-time legal co-op intern for its in-house legal department for the January-April 2027 term. The intern supports lawyers, paralegals and business teams on corporate entity records, compliance policies and office administration at the Kitchener office.
Responsibilities:
- Support parent company legal and business teams
- Establish and track corporate entities globally
- Assist with compliance policies and procedures
- Organize and maintain legal records
- Assist with office administration in Kitchener
Requirements summary:
- University or law student status
- Eager to learn and self-motivated
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workday
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Legal & compliance |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Law |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Wellness, Paid training |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Canadian Solar Inc.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Guelph |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 5 |
At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.
Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated intern to join our in-house legal department for the upcoming term January-April 2027. In this role, you will be providing support to lawyers, paralegals and business teams, while also assisting with office administrative tasks. This position is ideal for a university or law student interested in gaining hands-on experience in corporate law, compliance, contract management, and international legal operations, all in the broader context of providing renewable energy technologies and services.
Key Responsibilities:
· Support the parent company legal team and also business teams
· Establish and track corporate entities in various global jurisdictions
· Liaise with and assist in-house legal and business teams
· Assist in implementing policies and carrying out procedures relating to compliance matters, such as Anti-Bribery/Anti-Corruption, Privacy, Confidentiality Agreements and others
· Organize and maintain legal records efficiently, ensuring easy access to documentation for legal team
· Undertake term-long projects for organization and management of the legal team
· Conduct other duties as required
· Assist in office administration tasks at the Kitchener office
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
· Eager to learn new skills
· Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze issues
· Capable of prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
· Strong collaboration and communication abilities, comfortable working across various departments
· Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of legal work
Compensation & Benefits:
Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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