Intern - Legal & Compliance - Kite Legal

Kite Pharma•Santa Monica, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Gilead intern, you will contribute to high-impact meaningful projects that will not only further advance our company’s mission but will allow you to gain real-world experience at one of the most innovative organizations in the world. You will also have opportunities to participate in special events including professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities and local community volunteer programs. The Legal & Compliance Intern will support a group within Gilead’s Legal Department, which may include the Office of Ethics and Compliance, Global Legal Business Partners, Litigation & Investigations, Corporate Legal, Intellectual Property, or Kite Legal. Work with in-house attorneys to support and provide substantive advice to the business. Conduct legal research, analysis, and investigations; draft memos and provide recommendations on specific legal issues relevant to the business. Attend meetings with clients and provide legal support under the supervision of Gilead Legal team members. Draft and review contracts, and assist with related due diligence. Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the legal organization and the business. Showcase your work with a final presentation near the conclusion of your internship. Assignments may include: Support Legal team of Kite, a Gilead company, with legal analyses of business matters related to Kite’s Commercial, R&D and technical operations functions, including manufacturing, process development, supply chain, and quality related matters. Collaborate cross-functionally among the Legal team and with clients to provide support on key projects. Review, analyze, and support drafting of various contracts and updating of template contract forms. Prepare and deliver trainings to clients on contracts and other key topics.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the internship.
Must be enrolled full‑time in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, MBA, JD or PhD program at a nationally accredited U.S. college or university, with continued full‑time enrollment required in the Fall semester following the internship.
Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate (freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior) or as a graduate/doctoral student.
Must have a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8 at the time of application and hire (official transcripts will be requested).
Must be independently authorized to work in the United States now and in the future (current or future work authorization must not require school or employer sponsorship).
Must be enrolled full-time in the Fall Semester at an accredited law school after the completion of the internship.
Must be able to commit to a full‑time internship lasting 10–12 consecutive weeks between May and August.
Must be willing and able to work at the designated site for the duration of the internship (relocation may be required).

Nice To Haves

Preferred degree level: JD
Preferred field of study: Law
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (MS Office) tools, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and proactively seek solutions
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a collaborative environment
Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity, including the ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment with short timelines

Responsibilities

Support a group within Gilead’s Legal Department, which may include the Office of Ethics and Compliance, Global Legal Business Partners, Litigation & Investigations, Corporate Legal, Intellectual Property, or Kite Legal.
Work with in-house attorneys to support and provide substantive advice to the business.
Conduct legal research, analysis, and investigations; draft memos and provide recommendations on specific legal issues relevant to the business.
Attend meetings with clients and provide legal support under the supervision of Gilead Legal team members.
Draft and review contracts, and assist with related due diligence.
Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the legal organization and the business.
Showcase your work with a final presentation near the conclusion of your internship.
Support Legal team of Kite, a Gilead company, with legal analyses of business matters related to Kite’s Commercial, R&D and technical operations functions, including manufacturing, process development, supply chain, and quality related matters.
Collaborate cross-functionally among the Legal team and with clients to provide support on key projects.
Review, analyze, and support drafting of various contracts and updating of template contract forms.
Prepare and deliver trainings to clients on contracts and other key topics.