Legal Intern

Our Flavor — Why Whataburger

Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance toMake a Difference.

Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity,Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, andWinning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, andMove Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.

Your Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do

As a Legal Intern, you’ll play a meaningful role in supporting our Office of General Counsel while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll help drive informed decision-making through research, analysis, and operational support—contributing to work that helps protect and strengthen our business.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity toMake a Difference by delivering thoughtful legal insights that support key initiatives. You’llServe with Heart by partnering with attorneys and teams across the organization, bringing a proactive, team-first mindset to every project. Through collaboration and shared goals, you’llWin as One, contributing to outcomes that matter across the business. And as you grow your skills and confidence, you’llMove Forward Boldly, building a strong foundation for your future in the legal field.

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

As a Legal Intern, you will:

• Conduct legal research on assigned topics and summarize key findings
• Draft memoranda, reports, and presentation materials with clear recommendations
• Assist with contract review and legal document preparation
• Support attorneys across a variety of legal matters and projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance legal initiatives
• Provide administrative and operational support to the legal team as needed

What You Bring to the Table — Required Experience

As a Legal Intern, you must have: 

• Pursuit of a degree in Law or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar tools

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

As a Legal Intern, we prefer you to have: 

• Previous internship or experience in a legal or corporate environment
• Exposure to contract review or compliance-related work
• Familiarity with legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on‑site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast‑paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full‑time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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