Job Description

The Summer Legal Intern provides support to the Advantest America Legal Department by performing legal research, drafting, analysis, and assisting with compliance and contract-related tasks. This role offers hands-on exposure to in-house legal practice within a global technology company, working closely with attorneys and cross-functional teams. The intern is expected to maintain high standards of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality consistent with Advantest’s values.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Assignment and projects will vary over the course of the internship but may include the following:

• Conduct legal research on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and technology-related matters.
• Draft legal memoranda, issue summaries, contract reviews, and policy updates.
• Assist with reviewing, editing, and preparing agreements such as NDAs, vendor contracts, and other legal documents.
• Support compliance initiatives involving data privacy, corporate governance, and internal policies.
• Prepare written summaries of legal developments for internal stakeholders.
• Attend internal meetings, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and assist in preparing presentation materials.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements

• Current U.S. law school student enrolled at an ABA-accredited law school.
• Strong academic performance.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical abilities.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Professional judgment, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role operates in a professional office environment with a hybrid schedule. Regular use of office equipment such as computers and videoconferencing tools is required. The intern must be able to work on-site at the San Jose office 3 days per week.