Legal Intern

About the role#

This is a full-time, paid legal internship based in San Francisco for the Fall 2026 term. The role focuses on intellectual property, patent litigation, and licensing compliance within a professional legal department.

What you'll do#

• Conduct legal research regarding licensing and patent infringement or enforcement.
• Analyze the patent litigation landscape and assist with litigation preparation.
• Support license compliance matters.
• Help business stakeholders understand contractual requirements and the applicable legal landscape.
• Develop and implement improved policies and processes for the legal department.

What you'll need#

• Enrollment in a graduate law degree program (JD or LLM) at an accredited law school, or recent graduation within the last six months.
• A strong interest in patents and intellectual property law.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a professional, dependable attitude.
• Proficiency with online research tools, including Westlaw, Lexis/Nexis, and Bloomberg.
• Ability to research complex legal and business issues and learn new concepts quickly.

Location & details#

• Location: San Francisco, California.
• Modality: On-site.
• Term: Full-time (Monday – Friday) for 6 months, starting September 21, 2026.
• Academic background: Preferred majors include Business Administration, Political Science, or Philosophy.