Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA
Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA
Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA is a global media and education company with roots in book publishing and a broad portfolio of businesses spanning entertainment, publishing, music, services, marketing, and education. Its operating companies include RTL Group, Penguin Random House, BMG, Arvato Group, Bertelsmann Marketing Services, and Bertelsmann Education Group, creating career opportunities across diverse teams and markets worldwide. The company emphasizes inclusion, personal initiative, creativity, and varied perspectives in the workplace.

Legal Intern, Publishing Law (Remote U.S.)

Support Penguin Random House’s legal team with research, manuscript reviews, and contract drafting. This remote U.S. internship offers practical exposure to publishing, copyright, trademark, privacy, and related commercial law.

Description

  • Conduct legal research
  • Review books for potential legal issues
  • Draft contracts
  • Support Penguin Random House’s legal team with legal matters related to publishing English-language books
  • Build exposure to defamation, copyright, right of publicity, privacy, trademark, and commercial law
  • Take part in panels, networking events, and employee speaker series
  • Work four days per week, Monday through Thursday

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited law school and entering or completing the first year of the program (1L)
  • Able to work 28 hours per week throughout the program
  • Available and committed to the June 7, 2027–August 12, 2027 internship period
  • Must live in the United States for the full internship
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Submit a resume and cover letter
  • Able to work primarily on Eastern Time

Benefits

  • Paid 10-week internship
  • Remote work flexibility
  • Access to panels, networking events, and employee speaker series
  • Medical and prescription drug insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account
  • Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) plans
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Student loan repayment program
  • Educational assistance
  • Generous paid time off

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