Legal Intern, Privacy

Overview

This is a 3-month Legal Intern position focused on Privacy supporting data governance efforts for a fast-growing consumer technology organization.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and document data discovery exercises
• Map data flows
• Help maintain the organization’s data inventory
• Support privacy and data governance workstreams in collaboration with Corporate Counsel, Privacy
• Translate technical data concepts into clear, organized documentation
• Communicate structured project updates clearly

Requirements

• Currently a 2L or 3L actively enrolled in a J.D. program at an accredited law school
• In good academic standing with your law school
• Strong attention to detail and comfort working with complex, technical information
• Discretion in handling sensitive and/or confidential information
• Comfort working independently on structured projects
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to review and interpret policies, contracts, or regulatory materials
• Ability to work remotely for the duration of the 3-month internship
• Ability to commit to 12–15 hours per week for the duration of the internship

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or exposure to privacy law, data protection, emerging technologies, or related areas (e.g., a privacy law course, certificate, or clinic)
• Reviewing or organizing technical or legal documentation

Bonus Points

• IAPP certification (CIPP/US, CIPP/E, or similar) obtained or in progress
• Prior internship or work experience involving data mapping, compliance, or data governance
• Familiarity with data inventory or data mapping tools

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay: $40 per hour

Location & Schedule

• Remote work for the duration of the internship
• Start: January 2027
• Duration: 3 months
• Hours: 10–15 hours per week

Application Deadline

• Friday, October 16, 2026

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for all individuals. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law.