Legal Intern (Rolling Intake)

About Schlumberger

They are a global technology company, leading in energy innovation for a balanced planet. As the premier provider of technology and services to the energy industry worldwide, they design, develop, and deliver transformative technology across the oil and gas lifecycle in 120 countries. Their efforts ensure universal access to energy, fostering innovation and sustainable practices.

Your role

About the internship:

The successful candidate will join the Kuala Lumpur Legal Support Center (LSC) and, under the supervision of a Team Manager, will assist with the provision of legal assistance and advice in support of operations in SLB’s Asia and Middle East markets relevant to a global technology company with customers in the energy industry.  The successful candidate will have a scope of work within customer contracts, supplier contacts, corporate entity management, or general legal and compliance matters. This is typically a 6-month training position that can mature into a position as a full-time employee.

Essential responsibilities & duties:

The LSC scope of work covers contract review and drafting (both customer and supplier contracts), management of Schlumberger's legal entities and branches in countries in which SLB operates, as well as general legal support, including implementation of SLB’s ethics and compliance program, legal knowledge management, and disputes and litigation. Initial duties would include support for the day-to-day legal and administrative tasks assigned by LSC Team Managers for one of these areas.  The scope would be expected to expand to also include some or all of the following:

• Contract review, drafting, and negotiation from the contract request to signature on a timely basis, including obtaining contract approvals and managing contract-related records in SLB contracts databases;
• Defining and managing contract risk profiles
• Generating contract reports and summaries as needed, and actively participating in post-award contract management, including drafting of amendments and managing contract expiry or cancellation;
• Creation and management of corporate entity documents, including board resolutions and meeting minutes, powers of attorney, and director and officer appointments; and
• Provision of training to internal stakeholders about contract, legal, and compliance standards and requirements.

The successful candidate would also:

• Participate in Legal Department training and development initiatives and complete all assigned training;
• Become familiar with and use Legal Department systems and tools and contribute to the legal knowledge management systems used by SLB; and
• Support implementation of workflows, processes, procedures, practices, guidelines, playbooks, and templates.

Location

The role is based in Kuala Lumpur (Petaling Jaya), Malaysia. 

Training & development 

At Schlumberger, interns receive structured training in a multinational environment, enhanced by guided mentorship and exposure to real business scenarios. Their unique training opportunities include technical training, seminars, and hands-on instruction, all tailored to each intern's role. This approach not only prepares interns to make a significant impact in their current roles but also equips them with skills for their future careers.

Benefits

In addition to the competitive salary other benefits for interns include:

• Guided mentorship with exposure to real business scenarios
• Multinational environment with structured training

Career progression

At Schlumberger, the career opportunities are wide-ranging and supportive. Interns and employees engage in structured development programs and advanced training, fostering ambitious personal growth. The rewarding work, collaborative culture, and supportive leadership not only let individuals see their impact on the business but also help them reach their potential and prepare for successful careers within and beyond the company.

Work-life balance

At Schlumberger, interns experience a work-life balance that respects their time and personal needs. The company provides a structured work schedule that allows interns to engage fully in their projects while also having time to relax and pursue personal interests. This approach ensures that interns can maintain a healthy balance between their professional responsibilities and personal lives, enhancing their overall internship experience.

Culture & vibe

At Schlumberger Malaysia, the culture values the diversity of its interns and employees, embracing different thoughts, creativity, and experiences as strengths. The company cultivates a meritocratic environment where everyone is encouraged to share ideas and contribute to both their personal growth and the company's development. This supportive atmosphere ensures interns feel valued and integral to the company's continuous improvement.

About you

Requirements for this internship:

Experience and key competencies:

• Degree in law or experience as a corporate administrator
• Must be fluent in English
• An academic/professional level of Arabic, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Mandarin, Russian, Thai, Or Vietnamese is a plus.
• Sense of customer service, responsiveness, continuous improvement, and professionalism.
• Ability to proactively organize a heavy workload and demonstrate excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
• Good interpersonal skills, attention to detail, adaptability, and a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact with, as well as support, effective partnerships with management, peers, and internal stakeholders.
• Cultural sensitivity, ability to compromise and demonstrate diplomacy, ability to listen and adapt, and ability to work within a team.
• Competent in Microsoft Office packages, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• careers.slb.com/early-careers/internships
• youtube.com