Legal Intern (Summer 2026)

CLEAR - Corporate•New York, NY

3h•$30•Hybrid

About The Position

Have you ever had that green-light feeling? When you hit every green light and the day just feels like magic. CLEAR's mission is to create frictionless experiences where every day has that feeling. With more than 30+ million passionate members and hundreds of partners around the world, CLEAR’s identity platform is transforming the way people live, work, and travel. Whether it’s at the airport, stadium, or right on your phone, CLEAR connects you to the things that make you, you - unlocking easier, more secure, and more seamless experiences - making them all feel like magic. CLEAR interns solve real-world problems within collaborative teams of the industry’s most innovative technologists to build some of the world’s most advanced services and devices. You will also have oceans of opportunities to network with senior leaders, develop new skills through our summer events in New York City, develop presentations, and volunteer opportunities. Excited to learn more? See what it’s like to be part of the CLEAR team and join us for a 10-week paid internship (June 2026 - August 2026) that offers personal and professional development.

Requirements

Currently enrolled full-time as a first year (1L) law student pursuing a J.D. program at an accredited law school in the United States
Prior work or academic experience in corporate law, privacy, compliance, or technology-related legal issues
Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills
Indefatigable learner with intellectual curiosity and a proactive mindset
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace (experience with legal research tools is a plus)

Nice To Haves

Conducting thoughtful legal research and synthesizing complex issues into clear, practical guidance
Reviewing documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Communicating clearly and professionally with both legal and non-legal stakeholders
Exercising sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information
Adapting quickly, asking thoughtful questions, and taking ownership of your work

Responsibilities

Support the Legal team with research and analysis on a variety of legal matters, including contract review and negotiation, labor and employment, privacy, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance
Assist in reviewing, organizing, and summarizing contracts, policies, and legal documentation
Conduct legal research and help prepare memos, presentations, and internal guidance for cross-functional partners
Partner with teams across the business to understand legal needs and support ongoing projects
Help maintain internal legal processes, templates, and tracking tools to improve efficiency and organization

Benefits

At CLEAR we help YOU move forward - because when you’re at your best, we’re at our best.
You’ll work with talented team members who are motivated by our mission of making experiences safer and easier.
Our hybrid work environment provides flexibility.
In our offices, you’ll enjoy benefits like meals and snacks.

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