About the role#
Fenwick is seeking a technology intern to design and build AI-native and agentic workflows. This role supports the operations and growth of the firm. You will work directly with leadership and non-technical domain experts to translate business needs into technical requirements. This is a part-time position that runs from Fall 2026 through Winter 2027.
What you'll do#
- Design and engineer workflows that drive business development and legal operations strategy.
- Build and ship AI-native and agentic tools.
- Work with domain experts to gather feedback and refine technical requirements.
- Develop, test, and iterate on prototypes using evidence-based metrics.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for Computer Science, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, or Economics.
- Minimum of 16 hours of availability per week.
- Hands-on experience with Python and API development.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure Databricks or Microsoft Fabric.
- Ability to translate ideas into working prototypes and iterate based on results.
- Comfort working with non-technical users to explain and refine technical solutions.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid role based in San Francisco, California or Silicon Valley, California.
- The position is part-time and paid at a rate of $21 to $25 per hour.
- Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this role.
About Fenwick & West
Fenwick & West is a law firm based in Silicon Valley that serves technology and life sciences companies. Founded in 1972, the firm assists clients ranging from startups to global enterprises. It employs over 1,200 people, including lawyers, patent agents, and scientists. The firm operates offices in several cities across the United States.
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