Legal Internship - Summer 2026

About OpenSesame

OpenSesame is transforming workforce development with an AI-powered marketplace of 60,000+ skill-building courses and learning pathways. We help organizations build skills and stay compliant through a high-quality content catalog, seamless LMS/LXP integrations, and advanced capabilities like skills-based curation and multilingual content creation. 

More than 2,000 companies, including 150+ of the Global 2000, rely on OpenSesame to develop the world’s most productive and admired workforces.

Learn more: www.opensesame.com/about

Internship Overview

Curious about how technology, business, and law intersect? OpenSesame seeks passionate, detail-oriented law students to join our paid summer Legal Internship program and gain hands-on experience in a fast-growing, remote-first B2B SaaS company developing AI-powered products that help organizations upskill their people, transform performance, and fuel long-term growth.

You must be a current law student enrolled in a JD program at an accredited college or university, and ideally have completed or be currently enrolled in a Contracts course to be eligible for this internship.

In this immersive program, you’ll join the Legal team, supporting projects across contracts, privacy, compliance, and intellectual property that drive OpenSesame’s growth and protect its innovation. You’ll gain experience reviewing agreements, conducting research, and assisting with compliance initiatives while learning how AI and legal tech are transforming in-house practice.

About the Legal Team

The Legal team combines precision and innovation to ensure compliance, safeguard intellectual property, and help OpenSesame scale responsibly. Partnering across departments, the team manages contracts, supports data privacy, and advises on business strategy with a focus on critical thinking, collaboration, and curiosity. As AI transforms how organizations operate, the team explores new ways to integrate automation and data-driven insights into legal processes, staying ahead of the curve in modern in-house practice.

Performance-Based Objectives

By 2 Weeks:

• Learn OpenSesame’s legal processes, tools, and contract management systems.
• Review standard agreement templates and conduct research supporting compliance, privacy, and risk management.
• Shadow the legal team to understand how we collaborate cross-functionally across departments.

By 30 Days:

• Assist with reviewing and organizing agreements in the company’s contract repository.
• Support compliance initiatives related to privacy, intellectual property, or AI governance.
• Collaborate with the legal team to update templates and refine internal documentation or playbooks.

By 60 Days:

• Take ownership of a project that enhances legal efficiency—such as optimizing workflows, exploring AI-assisted research, or improving contract lifecycle processes.
• Present your findings and recommendations to the team, showcasing your ability to analyze, community.

Creative Project Requirement: As part of your application, you are required to submit a creative project that helps us get to know you beyond your resume. You’re encouraged to choose any format that best represents you — for example, a short video (under 5 minutes), slide deck, written reflection, cover letter, vision board, Miro board, or another medium that showcases your ideas and personality.

In your project, please answer the following three questions:

• How do you see OpenSesame fitting into your career journey or long-term goals?
• What strengths, skills, or perspectives will you bring to OpenSesame to make an impact and contribute to our mission?
• What excites you most about working with AI, and how do you think it can shape the future of learning and work?

You’ll share a link to your project as part of your application. To ensure your project is effectively reviewed, please keep it concise and focused. Think of it as your opportunity to show us how you bring ideas to life and what makes your perspective stand out. We’re drawn to curiosity, creativity, and authentic expression. 

Additional Program Details

Application Closes: Friday, 27th February 2026

Program Dates: 

• Anticipated Start: Tuesday, 16 June 2026
• Anticipated End: Friday, 28 August 2026 (We can adjust up to two weeks earlier for students returning to school before the program concludes)

Commitment:

• Full-time (40 hours/week)

Eligibility and Location: 

• Must be a current student enrolled in a college/university program or have graduated within the past 12 months (undergraduate, postgraduate, or associate programs accepted)
• This position is fully remote and can be based anywhere in the U.S. 

Compensation:

• Standard: $25/hour

Fully Remote Role: Interns must have a personal computer and access to consistent high-speed internet during working hours.

Opportunities and Expectations: OpenSesame’s internship program is immersive and growth-focused, pairing each intern with a dedicated mentor and offering meaningful, hands-on projects that make an impact. You’ll also take part in professional development sessions, networking opportunities, and book club discussions, receive volunteer time off to give back to your community, and gain full access to our course catalog for your own learning and development. 

Interview Process: When you apply, you’ll submit one application, which includes your creative project and team preferences. After the application review, selected candidates will be invited to a virtual OpenSesame webinar to learn more about our company, culture, and internship program. Following the event, all candidates will move forward to interviews with the hiring manager and team for the department they’re being considered for.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and bring your creativity, energy, and problem-solving skills to OpenSesame. We’re excited to see what you’ll bring to the table!

Equal Employment Opportunity: OpenSesame is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that values and welcomes diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of various legally protected characteristics, including criminal history, and strive to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We prioritize safety and security and may use your information accordingly, and you can contact us for assistance or accommodations during the job application process. For more information on our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, click here.

CPRA (California Candidates): When you submit your application, OpenSesame may collect and use your personal information in accordance with our privacy policy and the CPRA. This may include personal details and employment history, and will only be used for employment-related purposes. We may share this information with third-party service providers, but we will not sell it to third parties. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us, and for more information on your rights under the CPRA, refer to our privacy policy or the California Attorney General's website.