Legal Intern

The community you will join:

Airbnb is seeking an intern to join the Legal team for a part-time internship (15-19 hours per week) during the Spring semester. 

The Legal team at Airbnb embodies the company’s innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. Airbnb continues to break new ground in matters of policy and law around the world. Where some see obstacles, we see opportunities to find creative and practical solutions. We’re an adventurous, fast-moving group that supports many functions and teams across the company.

We are looking for a second- or third-year law student that is excited to learn new skills and take on challenges with integrity and curiosity as they learn about the practical dimensions of practicing law in-house.

 

The difference you will make:

As an intern, you’ll be integrated into the Legal team where you’ll contribute to challenging projects. Your manager, team, and our incredible employee community will strive to be superhosts to you during your internship. We provide the support, mentorship, fun, and real world experience needed to accelerate your learning and make a real impact on our product, as Airbnb revolutionizes connection, belonging, and travel.

 

A typical day:

You will work closely with a member of the Legal team and have the opportunity to collaborate with members of the broader legal team, including other interns and across the organization to support a variety of legal functions, which may include: Intellectual Property, Corporate, Commercial, Marketing, Product, Privacy, Payments, Litigation, Regulatory/Policy, Insurance, and Employment. 

As an intern, you’ll be expected to:

• Collaborate with team members to achieve project milestones
• Complete projects crossing different areas of law, balancing priorities and deadlines
• Communicate with the legal team and other stakeholders to provide project updates and share your work
• Proactively seek and provide feedback throughout the internship
• Actively participate in and contribute to the legal and broader Airbnb community 

 

Your expertise:

This opportunity is for 2L and 3L students enrolled full-time with the following interests and skills:

• Strong interest in learning about in-house legal practice 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, detail-oriented and organized
• Comfortable reaching out and initiating communication with various team members 
• Adaptable and able to adjust plans and manage changes effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills and interest in building relationships and collaborating with teams within and outside of Legal
• Passion for the Airbnb mission; experience with the platform is a plus!
• Work authorization for employment in the United States is required (CPT/OPT is accepted) - visa sponsorship is unavailable

 

How to apply:

In addition to your resume, you are required to submit the following in your application:

• A cover letter that answers the following questions: (1) Which Airbnb Core Value(s) most resonates with you? (2) What do you hope to gain from this internship? (3) Why would you be a great addition to the Airbnb Legal team?
• A writing sample that is 3-5 pages long.