Wabtec Diversity & Inclusion Legal Fellowship Program in Pittsburgh

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

The 2025-2026 fellow will have exposure to several areas of practice depending on the needs of the Wabtec Legal team during that period. The fellow will also have the opportunity to observe the dynamics of the Wabtec Legal team, engage with corporate executives from various functional departments, and interact with lawyers across the team and outside counsel. The fellow will have a designated mentor within the legal department who will provide guidance and constructive feedback regarding in-house legal work.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the legal team group/division, you will be responsible for various internal legal matters, in addition to matters involving US law. You will engage with corporate executives from various functional departments and interact with lawyers across the team and outside counsel.

Reviewing, updating Powers of Attorney; Non-Disclosure Agreements; leases, first-level review of agreements
Research and collect data
Review legislative trends including updating advice obtained from external counsel and communicate these to the legal team and implement an early warning system
Update manual and digital repositories with latest materials
Promote frequent use of repositories to ensure user awareness of key information and documents.
Schedule, coordinate and/or attend legal meetings, trainings and events
Support the legal team in process improvement initiatives, in line with current business challenges
Undertake and arrange training on the materials prepared for the benefit of the business and perform other ad-hoc activities as required

What do we want to know about you?

Law degree and in good standing with the state bar
Expected graduate of one of our partnered law firms for this program
GPA greater than or equal to 3.0/4.0 Overall
Authorized to work in one's country full-time without restrictions
Ability to independently prioritize multiple tasks and work to meet deadlines

What will your typical day look like?

Reviewing, and updating Powers of Attorney; Non-Disclosure Agreements; leases, first-level review of agreements.
Research and collect data.
Review legislative trends including updating advice obtained from external counsel and communicate these to the legal team and implement an early warning system.
Update manual and digital repositories with the latest materials
Promote frequent use of repositories to ensure user awareness of key information and documents.
Schedule, coordinate and/or attend legal meetings, training and events.
Support the legal team in process improvement initiatives, in line with current business challenges.
Undertake and arrange training on the materials prepared for the business's benefit and perform other ad hoc activities as required.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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