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The Legal Intern role at Sierra Space is a unique opportunity for law students interested in exploring the day-to-day work of an in-house legal department for a leading Spacetech company. Our Legal Intern will have the opportunity to work on legal research, writing, and other key projects to support our mission of building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth. Sierra Space aims to build the future of space transportation, commercial space destinations and the enabling technologies that will help to build a vibrant, growing and accessible commercial space economy. As a Legal Intern, you will have the unique opportunity to dig into the complex legal framework surrounding our mission and to support our organization through interesting, critical assignments in areas such as space law, intellectual property law, government contracts, and M&A. During the summer, you will hone your fundamental legal skills, build your in-house counsel foundation through practice and mentorship, and have other unique opportunities to learn about Sierra Space’s business and culture. The Legal Intern role will be in-person and based out of our office in Broomfield, Colorado. Our summer internships typically last 10-12 weeks and begin in late May or early June.
Sierra Space, based in Louisville, Colorado with operations in Madison, Wisconsin, Durham, North Carolina, and Kennedy Space Center, Florida, designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space
Primary Responsibilities:
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Assist our legal team in solving challenging problems across a variety of substantive areas that are critical to our organization’s success, such as space law, intellectual property, government contracts, and M&A
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Keep our legal and business teams apprised of important substantive legal developments that impact our day-to-day business in Colorado and across the U.S.
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Prepare contract documents to support critical business needs and revise corporate policies and other key documents in response to changing legal and regulatory landscapes
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Play a critical role in our robust intellectual property program
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Assist with corporate governance matters and other organizational issues that are critical responsibilities for our in-house legal team
Must-haves:
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Strong interest in and desire to learn more about in-house legal practice in a leading Spacetech company
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Currently enrolled within law school and completed one year (or more)
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Top 25% in class rank (if class rank is available) or a minimum of a 3.30 GPA (absent other exceptional qualifications)
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Excellent analytical and writing skills
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Proficient legal research skills
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Strong communication and leadership skills demonstrated through leadership positions in community, school, or other programs
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Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
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Ability to follow through on all assignments, manage multiple projects simultaneously and establish priorities
*Please include a law school transcript and a 1-3 page writing sample (current coursework is acceptable) with your application.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.
Estimated Starting Salary Range: $17.60 - $30.80
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
As COVID-19 continues to significantly impact our employees, families and communities, we are taking action to address the increased risk and uncertainty COVID-19 and associated variants pose in the workplace. SNC is committed to supporting our employees while ensuring we continue to meet essential national security needs of our country.
With employee health and safety as our top priority, and as a federal contractor, SNC will continue to require COVID-19 vaccination status for all employees including new hires. In accordance with applicable requirements, all current and newly hired employees who are unvaccinated may be required to adhere to enhanced onsite safety protocols including weekly COVID-19 testing, face coverings, and social distancing.
The status of applicable COVID-19 vaccination requirements are subject to change depending on applicable court orders and the course of ongoing litigation. Candidates may later be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or have an approved exemption.
At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.
