Legal Intern
Please be aware of recruiting scams!
All legitimate communication from our recruitment team will come from an official calstart.org email address via email, we will not text you about a role you have not applied to or shown interest in. We will not perform any interviews via text or Zoom chat.
CALSTART does not ask for any fees or personal information such as social security numbers or bank details during the recruitment process.
About Us:
CALSTART is a mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all.
For over 30 years, it’s been CALSTART’s mission to develop, assess, and implement large-scale, zero-emission transportation solutions to mitigate climate change and support economic growth. CALSTART works with businesses, organizations, governments, and communities to create real-life impact toward clean air and equitable access to clean transportation for all. CALSTART provides scientific, technical and policy support for regulatory development and clean technology and infrastructure acceleration.
About the Role
We are seeking a smart, detail-oriented, and highly motivated Legal Intern to support our Chief Legal Counsel and legal team. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain exposure to real-world legal work, including gaining knowledge on laws, regulations and policies affecting clean transportation, funding award applications, contract review, legal research, and writing. You’ll contribute to projects that directly impact our business operations (including private foundation fundraising efforts) while learning about the legal and contractual processes in a dynamic company setting.
What You Will Be Doing
Conduct legal research on a variety of topics to support internal needs
Draft, review, and edit policies and contracts
Assist in organizing and maintaining legal and contract documentation
Support the legal team in preparing summaries
Collaborate cross-functionally and communicate clearly with team members
What You Bring To The Table
Interest in pursuing a JD or related legal degree
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Meticulous attention to detail and organizational abilities
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn
What You'll Gain
Exposure to the contract lifecycle and legal operations in a corporate environment
Real-world experience working with seasoned legal professionals
The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a fast-paced organization
$16 - $21 an hour
CALSTART values transparency and strives to provide as much information regarding compensation as possible. The complete salary range for this role is $16-$21/hr. Pay is determined based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, qualifications, experience, education, internal equity, and other factors relevant to the job.
We understand that not everyone will match the above qualifications 100%. If your background isn't perfectly aligned but you feel you would be a great addition to the team, we'd love to hear from you.
We're a tight-knit team of world-class innovators, business minds, and change agents who believe passionately in our mission and put our team ahead of self. We are committed to the continued development and growth of our employees and invest in your success!
We care about your personal well being as much as your professional success and offer generous benefits to full time employees including: 100% company paid comprehensive health benefits for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance, Retirement plan with generous company contributions, FSA for Health and Dependent Care, 3 weeks of vacation time in the first year of employment, 11 paid company holidays, paid sick time, paid family leave, and more!
Our inclusive environment focuses on making decisions based on merit without regard to race, color, hair texture, gender, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, LGBTQIA+ status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Legal Intern
Please be aware of recruiting scams!
All legitimate communication from our recruitment team will come from an official calstart.org email address via email, we will not text you about a role you have not applied to or shown interest in. We will not perform any interviews via text or Zoom chat.
CALSTART does not ask for any fees or personal information such as social security numbers or bank details during the recruitment process.
About Us:
CALSTART is a mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all.
For over 30 years, it’s been CALSTART’s mission to develop, assess, and implement large-scale, zero-emission transportation solutions to mitigate climate change and support economic growth. CALSTART works with businesses, organizations, governments, and communities to create real-life impact toward clean air and equitable access to clean transportation for all. CALSTART provides scientific, technical and policy support for regulatory development and clean technology and infrastructure acceleration.
About the Role
We are seeking a smart, detail-oriented, and highly motivated Legal Intern to support our Chief Legal Counsel and legal team. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain exposure to real-world legal work, including gaining knowledge on laws, regulations and policies affecting clean transportation, funding award applications, contract review, legal research, and writing. You’ll contribute to projects that directly impact our business operations (including private foundation fundraising efforts) while learning about the legal and contractual processes in a dynamic company setting.
What You Will Be Doing
Conduct legal research on a variety of topics to support internal needs
Draft, review, and edit policies and contracts
Assist in organizing and maintaining legal and contract documentation
Support the legal team in preparing summaries
Collaborate cross-functionally and communicate clearly with team members
What You Bring To The Table
Interest in pursuing a JD or related legal degree
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Meticulous attention to detail and organizational abilities
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn
What You'll Gain
Exposure to the contract lifecycle and legal operations in a corporate environment
Real-world experience working with seasoned legal professionals
The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a fast-paced organization
$16 - $21 an hour
CALSTART values transparency and strives to provide as much information regarding compensation as possible. The complete salary range for this role is $16-$21/hr. Pay is determined based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, qualifications, experience, education, internal equity, and other factors relevant to the job.
We understand that not everyone will match the above qualifications 100%. If your background isn't perfectly aligned but you feel you would be a great addition to the team, we'd love to hear from you.
We're a tight-knit team of world-class innovators, business minds, and change agents who believe passionately in our mission and put our team ahead of self. We are committed to the continued development and growth of our employees and invest in your success!
We care about your personal well being as much as your professional success and offer generous benefits to full time employees including: 100% company paid comprehensive health benefits for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance, Retirement plan with generous company contributions, FSA for Health and Dependent Care, 3 weeks of vacation time in the first year of employment, 11 paid company holidays, paid sick time, paid family leave, and more!
Our inclusive environment focuses on making decisions based on merit without regard to race, color, hair texture, gender, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, LGBTQIA+ status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.