Knowledge Management Legal Student

Job Description
We are ready to take this game to the next level and need someone passionate to support the organization's GAME ON strategy and work in a dynamic environment combining public and private law and public policy, in the heart of Ontario's gaming industry. The Knowledge Management Legal Student is a new position within OLG's in-house legal team in which a 1L law student will focus on supporting the development and maintenance of a centralized legal knowledge repository. There may be opportunities to assist with other legal matters in a wide range of practice areas including commercial law, regulatory compliance and litigation. You will be part of a busy in-house legal team and work closely with and be mentored by lawyers at OLG who bring experience from major law firms, multi-national corporations, and provincial regulators.

YOUR ROLE IN THE GAME
The primary focus of the Knowledge Management Law Student role will be supporting the development and maintenance of a centralized legal knowledge repository. Responsibilities include collecting, reviewing, categorizing (by area of law), and summarizing a variety of legal artifacts and reference materials, and uploading these documents to the central repository.

Required
In addition, and as required throughout the term, the student may be asked to assist the in-house legal team in the following ways:

• Providing legal analysis in areas of law including: commercial, marketing and advertising, gaming, technology, constitutional, administrative, real estate, intellectual property, internet, procurement, municipal, freedom of information, privacy, human rights, and employment.
• Providing legal support to further OLG's business and strategic objectives in the areas of internet gaming, lottery, sports betting, land-based casinos, charitable gaming, and OLG's social responsibility initiatives.
• Assisting with the review, development and implementation of internal policies and processes addressing legal and regulatory compliance requirements, risk management measures, and industry best practices.
• Working on litigation and compliance matters.

This role runs from May to August, and you will be required to work in-person at your designated work location in Sault Ste. Marie five days per week.

Candidate Qualifications
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE GAME

• Excellent academic performance
• Interest in public service
• Interest in areas of legal practice offered at OLG, and the ability and enthusiasm to work in a wide range of legal areas
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds
• Ability to effectively work with a variety of lawyers and business colleagues in both a team environment and independently if required, with a client service focus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Eligibility

• Currently enrolled as a student in a law degree or joint-law degree program (J.D., joint-J.D., or equivalent of either), with successful completion of 1L studies expected prior to start of summer term (anticipated May 2026) and graduation from the program expected prior to August 2028.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

We look forward to hearing from you. Interested applicants please apply by
February 15, 2026
,
11:59pm.
Please submit a single PDF file your resume, cover letter, undergraduate and law school transcripts, and (optional) reference letters
.
We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits Of Joining The Winning Team

• Growth Focus: Become your best self with access to new opportunities and personalized support programs.
• Comprehensive Learning: 24/7 access to robust online learning programs.
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion: Core to OLG's culture, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves and make a meaningful impact across Ontario.

To learn more about our organization and other opportunities visit our career site.

Please Note:
Unless otherwise specified, all positions are required to work fully onsite.

OLG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please contact Human Resources at if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you bring relevant skills and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every listed qualification. We sincerely appreciate your interest; while we are unable to contact everyone, those selected for the next steps will be notified.

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information is collected by the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) and/or its third party service provider(s) under the authority of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999, SO 1999, c 12, Sch L and the Employment Standards Act, 2000, S.O. 2000, c. 41 (as amended) and will be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment with OLG and for recruitment modernization initiatives. The information will be managed in accordance with all applicable laws, OLG's Protection of Privacy Policy (the Policy) and related policies and procedures. For any questions about this collection, please contact , Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 6V2.