Office of the General Counsel Copyright [For-Credit] Externship - Summer 2026

Overview

A mission-driven multimedia organization is seeking a legal extern for the Office of the General Counsel (Copyright) for Summer 2026. The externship offers an opportunity to gain practical experience in copyright law, fair use analysis, rights management, and audio licensing within a leading public media environment.

Application Deadline: Friday, April 3, 2026, at 11:59pm ET

Program Duration: May 15, 2026 - September 15, 2026 (dates may be flexible depending on school requirements)

Responsibilities

• Evaluate copyright issues in audio and occasional video content
• Conduct research on copyright law topics
• Make fair use determinations
• Draft and organize permissions agreements and assess legal aspects of licensing agreements
• Assist with rights management issues

Note: This list is not exhaustive and duties may be adjusted as needed.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in an accredited law degree program (2L or 3L preferred)
• Completion of a course in copyright law or equivalent, with strong knowledge of copyright principles and fair use
• Interest in copyright law and related legal issues

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or coursework in fair use, copyright law, licensing, and intellectual property

Work Location & Schedule

• This is a remote-permitted role based out of Washington, D.C., with options to work remotely within the United States (subject to approval), on-site, or a combination of both
• Summer externships are full-time (40 hours per week for 12 weeks)
• Fall and Spring externships may be part-time (15-20 hours per week) or full-time, depending on school requirements

Compensation & Credit

• This externship is designed primarily for academic credit; applicants must comply with their law school's requirements
• Summer externships may be eligible for school-sponsored stipends for non-profit work
• Pay range: $0.01 USD (reflecting the academic credit nature of the position)

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter detailing interest and experience in copyright law, including when and where the copyright course was taken

Equal Opportunity

The organization is committed to an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Additional Information

Applicants requiring assistance with the application process due to disability are encouraged to request accommodations through the appropriate channels.