Overview
This project-based role supports the Legal and Compliance functions by designing, evaluating, and helping implement emerging AI solutions. The work is ideal for a student enrolled in an MS or PhD program with strong technical skills, curiosity about legal operations, and an interest in applying AI to practical business problems.
Responsibilities
- Bot Development: Design and prototype an AI-powered chatbot to support Legal and Compliance functions (e.g., FAQs, SOP references, or workflow routing).
- Legal Dashboard Enhancements: Improve the existing Legal Dashboard using Box AI and related integrations to increase automation, visibility, and user experience.
- Tool Evaluation: Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging AI tools and products; schedule and participate in demos; provide post-demo analysis and recommendations.
- Implementation Support: Assist with tool rollout, user onboarding, and training materials for Legal, Compliance, and other stakeholders.
- Continuous Exploration: Identify and scope new AI use cases within Legal and related functions, collaborating with IT and Operations as needed.
- AI Tool Integration: Support implementation and optimization of existing Legal AI tools (such as Spellbook and CoCounsel) to ensure functionality and adoption across teams.
- System Connectivity: Coordinate with IT to integrate and connect AI tools and software applications, enabling seamless read-only and action-based access across platforms.
Requirements
- Enrolled in an MS or PhD program pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, AI, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of generative AI concepts (e.g., open-source small LLMs, MCPRAG and API integrations).
- Excellent communication and analytical skills.
- Ability to translate technical concepts into practical applications for non-technical teams.
- Experience using or configuring AI tools such as Box AI, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT Enterprise, or similar platforms is preferred.
- Prior exposure to automation tools or workflow design (e.g., Power Automate, Zapier, or custom bots) is preferred.
- Demonstrated project management or client-facing experience (internships count) is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Range: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour (San Francisco Bay Area). Hourly ranges for non-California locations may vary.
- Contract Length: 12-months (part-time, project-based).
Location
San Carlos; Open to Remote
Reporting
Reports to: Sr. VP, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer & Corporate Secretary
Equal Opportunity
The organization is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.