Internship Stipend
$5500 total stipend (paid over the course of the internship)
Additional Information:
Hybrid/Remote is allowed.
Internal Number: 1061
Position Summary The Legal Intern will assist the in-house legal function with contracts, intellectual property, compliance, and risk assessment, gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit legal operations while supporting day-to-day legal needs and collaborating with internal stakeholders.
Areas of Opportunity
Participate in conducting legal research on a variety of topics, including nonprofit law, contracts, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance
Assist in drafting legal documents, including cease and desist letters, termination notices, and internal memoranda
Assist with reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing contracts for legal and business risks
Redline agreements to align with organizational priorities and risk tolerance
Support the contract lifecycle process, including intake, review, and tracking
Assist with intellectual property matters, including trademark monitoring and basic enforcement efforts
Help identify and assess commercial and operational risks in proposed agreements or initiatives
Participate in collaborating with internal teams to understand business needs and translate them into clear contractual terms
Support legal operations projects, including process improvement and document management
Qualifications
Current enrollment in an accredited Juris Doctor (JD) program (required)
Strong academic performance and demonstrated interest in contract law, nonprofit law, or in-house practice
Prior internship or coursework related to contracts, business law, or intellectual property is a plus
Skills & Competencies Gained
Strong legal research, analysis, and contract review skills
Clear, concise legal writing and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Professional judgment, discretion, and effective collaboration
Learning Opportunities
Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
In-house counsel decision-making and balancing legal/business priorities
Intellectual property protection and enforcement
Legal and commercial risk identification and mitigation
Nonprofit legal operations and governance
Legal writing and cross-functional collaboration
Internship Details
This is an 8-week, full-time, hybrid paid Summer internship scheduled from June 15, 2026, through August 7, 2026. The selected candidate will be required to report to the AIA Global Campus 1–2 days per week, with the remaining work performed remotely. Onsite location- 1735 New York Avenue NW; Washington, DC 20006.
Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions
Submit a resume and cover letter by May 13, 2026. Your cover letter should address why you want this internship. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted with next steps.
