Legal College Intern

Position Overview

This is a unique opportunity for pre-law students to immerse themselves in the Mercedes-Benz Research and Development legal department, where automotive innovation meets complex technology legal issues. Candidates considering law school are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Students will work with attorneys on topics including emerging technologies, intellectual property, regulatory enforcement, open source, data privacy, AI, employment law, litigation, and commercial contracts.

Projects include conducting research, drafting memos, preparing presentations and summaries, participating in discussions, and interfacing with business and engineering teams on emerging legal issues.

The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving real-world problems, is eager to learn, can work independently and collaboratively with diverse professionals, and can quickly learn new tools and applications.

Eligibility

This is an unpaid internship for which academic credit is required through the student's school internship program. A minimum of 20 hours per week is required, with a flexible schedule to accommodate classes. The internship is onsite at the Silicon Valley or Ann Arbor office. Students at schools operating on the quarter system must commit to two academic quarters.

Interns must balance academic and professional responsibilities through strong time management, organization, accountability, and consistent communication with supervising attorneys and team members.

Applicants should submit a LinkedIn profile, resume, statement of interest of no more than one page, and writing sample.

Qualifications

Minimum education and field of study: College Undergrad Student.

This position may involve access to export-controlled technology, hardware, software, technical data, defense articles, or defense services subject to U.S. export-control laws.

About the Company

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America creates digital ecosystems around cars and develops technologies that make vehicles more intelligent. The organization promotes collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation.

Equal Opportunity

MBRDNA is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workforce.