Legal Intern

Auctane • Austin, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

2026 Auctane Summer Internship Program:
Please read before applying
Eligibility:
Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate university program. Students graduating in May 2026 are not eligible for the program
Duration:
Paid, 9-week internship
Schedule:
40 hours per week, with the exception of the week of July 4th.
Program Dates:
June 9, 2025 — First day of onsite orientation
August 13, 2025 — Final day of the program
Location:
Hybrid role based in Austin, TX
In-office: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Remote: Monday and Friday
Interviews:
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis through March 31st
This is an internship role within the Legal department.
Learn about the day-to-day responsibilities of in-house counsel, working closely with internal business partners in Sales, Product, Engineering, and Marketing.
Contribute to projects in Auctane’s in-house legal department and be exposed to a variety of work assignments.
Assignments may include interpreting contract terms; researching legal issues; drafting legal memoranda; preparing for and attending meetings.
Responsibilities may also include assisting with contract management, administrative tasks, compliance and monitoring, and department operations, including managing template agreements, internal policies and processes, and legal documentation.
Receive one-on-one guidance from attorney-manager on substantive work projects.
Receive mentoring from attorneys in Auctane’s legal department, including guidance on resume writing and interviewing skills.
Participate in all Auctane internship program activities and events, including networking and learning opportunities.

Requirements

• High degree of professionalism and ethics
• Minimum law school GPA of 3.0
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion
• Highly responsive, with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Strong project management skills
• Well organized, with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and identify work projects
• Ability to manage responsibilities in multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to excel in a diverse and global work environment, with remote colleagues in different regions
• High degree of proficiency with online legal research tools and resources

Nice To Haves

• Located in or near the Austin, Texas area
• Strong academic record (minimum law school GPA of 3.0)
• Coursework, job experience or demonstrated interest in contracts, corporate governance, data privacy, and/or technology law
• Experience or demonstrated interest in the fields of technology, e-commerce or similar industries
• Demonstrated leadership and business experience

Responsibilities

• Interpreting contract terms
• Researching legal issues
• Drafting legal memoranda
• Preparing for and attending meetings
• Assisting with contract management, administrative tasks, compliance and monitoring, and department operations, including managing template agreements, internal policies and processes, and legal documentation.
• Receive one-on-one guidance from attorney-manager on substantive work projects.
• Receive mentoring from attorneys in Auctane’s legal department, including guidance on resume writing and interviewing skills.
• Participate in all Auctane internship program activities and events, including networking and learning opportunities.

Benefits

• Attractive office space in the heart of central Austin, Texas (free drinks, snacks…)
• Indulge in weekly catered lunches at our office – a delicious perk to fuel your work.
• Fitness center in the office with Tonal Mirrors, Pelotons, free weights, etc.
• We offer gym discounts to help you stay fit and healthy!
• An inclusive, casual and upbeat work environment. The personality and opinions of each of our team members are important and valid; we aim to offer all employees a safe environment where they can be themselves and thrive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees