Job Title: Corporate Legal Internship

Company: Gesture

Location: New York, NY - NON-REMOTE (IN OFFICE ONLY)

Type: Internship

Duration: 3 months to 6 months

Compensation: Both Paid and Unpaid Roles Available - Eligible for Academic Credit

About Us:

Gesture is a state-of-the-art gifting platform, leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence and sophisticated logistics technologies. Conceived in the latter part of 2019, it is a manifestation of the vision to revolutionize the gifting paradigm by eliminating the need for a delivery address, thereby simplifying the process of sending essential gifts to anyone, anywhere.

Our platform harnesses the potential of advanced gifting technology to implement a Direct-to-Consumer Gifting (DTCG) approach. This strategy is centered around gift-oriented tactics to aid brands in not only acquiring new clientele but also re-engaging and remarketing to their existing customer base. This innovative approach, powered by our cutting-edge technology, is redefining the landscape of gifting and customer engagement.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Corporate Legal Intern to join our dynamic legal team. The intern will gain valuable experience working alongside our experienced attorneys on a wide range of corporate legal matters, as well as assisting with HR responsibilities and operational transactional tasks and projects.

Responsibilities:
- Assist in conducting legal research on corporate governance, securities, mergers and acquisitions, and other corporate legal issues
- Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and memoranda
- Participate in due diligence processes for various corporate transactions
- Help prepare materials for board meetings and shareholder communications
- Attend and take notes during conference calls and meetings with clients and external counsel
- Maintain and organize legal files and databases
- Provide general administrative support to the legal team as needed
- Assist with HR-related tasks, such as reviewing and updating employee handbooks and policies
- Help draft and review employment contracts and separation agreements
- Conduct research on labor laws and regulations to ensure company compliance
- Support the legal team in operational transactional tasks, such as preparing and filing corporate documents, licenses, and permits
- Assist with the management of intellectual property portfolios, including trademarks and copyrights
- Participate in special projects as assigned, such as process improvement initiatives or data analysis

Requirements:
Current law student (J.D.) in good standing at an accredited law school
Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in corporate law
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Previous legal internship experience is a plus
Familiarity with HR practices and employment law is a plus

Benefits:
Valuable hands-on experience in corporate legal matters, HR, and operational transactions
Mentorship and guidance from experienced attorneys and professionals
Exposure to a wide range of legal issues in a corporate setting
Opportunity to network with legal and business professionals and build relationships within the company
Potential for future employment upon successful completion of the internship and graduation from law school
Gesture is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.