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Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Contract Management Intern to support our Global Contracts Team in streamlining contract processes, enhancing compliance, and leveraging AI and other technology tools for efficiency. Over the course of 12 weeks, you will gain hands-on experience in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), digital repository organization, and process automation, while contributing to strategic initiatives such as contract review playbook development and audit readiness.

The ideal intern will demonstrate strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail, complemented by excellent written and verbal communication abilities. An analytical mindset is essential, enabling the identification of risks and the proposal of effective solutions. While familiarity with contract structures, clauses, and negotiation principles is preferred, it is not required. A genuine interest in legal operations, procurement, or compliance will be highly valued. The candidate should be comfortable with digital tools and display a willingness to learn platforms such as Icertis and Copilot AI. Finally, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment is crucial for success in this role

By the end of the internship, you will gain practical experience in contract lifecycle management and compliance review, develop skills in organizing and digitizing legal documents for efficiency, contribute to the creation of a contract review playbook and audit-ready documentation, learn how AI tools can be applied to streamline legal and procurement workflows, and build a strong foundation for future roles in legal operations, procurement, or corporate compliance.

This internship will be in Murphy Oil Corporation’s corporate offices in Houston, Texas.

Responsibilities

Process & Tools Optimization

Research and report on ways to use Copilot AI tools more efficiently for contract management

Provide support with Icertis CLM platform

Document the end-to-end contract process to identify bottlenecks and propose automation opportunities and other technological solutions

Contract Organization & Repository

Review and organize legacy contracts, ensuring metadata accuracy and searchability

Assist in cleaning up folder structures and centralizing templates/files into a digital repository

Contract Analysis & Compliance

Review recent contracts and redlines to identify frequently negotiated clauses (e.g., indemnification, limitation of liability, insurance)

Compare standard clauses across suppliers to identify inconsistencies or risks

Map out MSAs in a simplified way that explains each article and their interactions

Playbooks & Guidance

Build a contract review playbook for the Global Contracts Team, including standard terms, fallback positions, and negotiation guidelines

Gather team input on handling exceptions and document acceptable positions and alternative language

Reporting & Visibility

Create executive summaries of key contracts for leadership visibility

Qualifications/Requirements

Must be enrolled in a curriculum leading to a Baccalaureate degree or higher in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Pre-Law, Paralegal Studies, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, MIS, Data Analytics, or Economics and have two (2) years or less from graduation date

Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university program for the duration of the 2026 internship

Minimum twelve (12) continuous weeks’ availability for internship

Candidates for this U.S. position must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee or asylee. Individuals with temporary visas such as A, B, C, D, E, F (F1-Academic Student), G, H (H1-B), I, J, L, M (M1-Vocational Student), NATO, O, P, Q, R or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization in the United States now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

The individual is required to follow all applicable safety precautions. Work is performed almost entirely in a controlled (i.e., inside) environment and does not typically subject the incumbent to any hazardous/extreme elements; some positions may require regularly moving or transporting items weighing up to 25 lbs. around the office for various needs. The successful candidate must be able to complete all essential physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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PURPOSE

We believe in providing energy that empowers people.

MISSION

We challenge the norm, tap into our strong legacy and use our foresight and financial discipline to deliver inspired energy solutions.

VISION

We see a future where we are an industry leader who is positively impacting lives for the next 100 years and beyond.

VALUES & BEHAVIORS

Do Right Always

Respect people, safety, environment and the law

Follow through on commitments

Make it better

Think Beyond Possible

Offer solution

Step up and lead

Don’t settle for “good enough”

Embrace new opportunities

Stay With It

Show resilience

Lean into challenges

Support each other

Consider the implications

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