About the role#
Oil States International is seeking a Legal Intern to join its legal department in Houston. This role offers exposure to in-house legal practice, specifically focusing on how artificial intelligence is integrated into corporate legal workflows, contract management, and legal operations.
What you'll do#
- Review commercial agreements using AI-assisted workflows.
- Compare contract drafts to identify revisions, inconsistencies, and risk areas.
- Assist with drafting, revising, and organizing company policies and procedures.
- Conduct legal and regulatory research on topics including artificial intelligence, privacy, and data governance.
- Support document management and legal operations projects.
- Assist with special projects as assigned by the legal department.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an ABA-accredited law school with at least one year completed (2L or 3L status).
- Strong written communication, analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
- High attention to detail and the ability to exercise sound judgment regarding confidential information.
- Proficiency with Word and Excel.
- Ability to learn and use technology platforms independently.
- Preferred experience includes familiarity with generative AI tools, interest in legal technology, and coursework in corporate law, contract drafting, privacy, or cybersecurity.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- Hiring process: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
About Oil States International
Oil States International provides engineered systems and services for onshore and offshore energy operations. The company produces subsea connectors, risers, and intervention systems alongside well completion and abandonment technology. It serves traditional oil and gas markets while expanding into offshore wind, carbon capture, and geothermal development. Based in Houston, Texas, the firm maintains a global presence with manufacturing and service locations across multiple continents.
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