What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUMMER INTERNSHIP: Legal Intern position at CableLabs?
Innovation at its Best: Join our Forward-Thinking Company
At CableLabs we wake up every day to invent the future. CableLabs is a global, award-winning innovation and R&D lab dedicated to keeping people connected by building and orchestrating emergent technology and igniting co-innovation today for the broadband of tomorrow.
The Legal Intern position resides in the Technology Policy department at CableLabs. This department manages public policy priorities within CableLabs and provides technical expertise to our members. Our team plays a crucial role in ensuring that policy matters are considered in CableLabs’ innovation process and that technology development is considered in members policy advocacy.
Why This Internship Is Exciting
You will have the opportunity to learn current policy priorities of the connectivity industry in areas such as spectrum, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, energy efficiency, and privacy. In addition, you can learn the workings of a typical in house counsel role with the Legal team.
What You’ll Do
- Research and summarize government actions in the United States and abroad that may impact the industry.
- Review pending contracts.
- Participate in weekly meetings with outside entities that represent the larger technology ecosystem.
- Attend meetings with government agencies on behalf of CableLabs
What Is a Must Have
- Current enrollment in law school with completion of a 1L term before the start of the internship
- Basic legal research and writing skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft products
- Basic understanding of the technology space and the relevant agencies
What Will Set You Apart
- Experience in contract review, administrative law, and/or intellectual property protection
- Job or academic experience in analysis of complex issues
- Publication of written products
Working conditions and physical requirements
This position is performed primarily in a remote (home-based) work environment. The employee is expected to maintain a quiet, professional workspace that supports productivity and confidentiality. Work is generally performed during standard business hours, though occasional schedule adjustments may be required to support business needs. The role involves frequent communication via email, telephone, video conferencing, and messaging platforms. The employee must have reliable internet access and the ability to work independently. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will regularly sit for extended periods and use a computer, keyboard, and mouse to complete tasks. The role requires frequent hand and finger dexterity for typing and operating office equipment, as well as the ability to read and interpret information on a computer screen.
CableLabs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at humanresourcesteam@cablelabs.com or 303-661-3307. View our full EEO policy here.
Salary : $32 - $42