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Summer 2024 Legal Internship Application At Archer (View all jobs)

San Jose, CA

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise. 

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

This internship is a part of a 10-week summer internship program opportunity. This role will be based at Archer’s headquarters in San Jose, California and relocation or housing will not be provided. 

What You’ll Do:

Archer is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join various teams within Archer. This internship provides a hands-on opportunity to gain practical experience within the Legal team. Archer’s legal department is looking for interns to assist its Employment, IP, or Commercial attorneys, or a combination thereof. Interns in Archer’s legal department will gain insight into in-house legal work in a fast-paced and emerging industry.   

• Leverage data insights to make thoughtful decisions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process improvement, efficiency gains, and cost reduction
• Work to accomplish objectives strategically and efficiently
• Communicate frequent updates to key stakeholders and Archer leaders on progress and barriers to success
• Manage legal team logistics, as needed

What You Need:

• Currently enrolled as a 2nd or 3rd year student in law school (2L or 3L)
• Analytical skills and preferably experience with data analysis
• Strong sense of judgment, attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to develop materials for internal and external audiences
• Flexible and adaptive work ethic when asked to contribute to special projects across different teams as they arise
• Competent problem-solving and confident self-starting skills
• Curiosity and the ability to respond to new ideas and projects with enthusiasm and a sense of possibility
• Exceptional organization and prioritization skills, including time management and project management skills
• Ability to maintain a team-oriented approach and thrive in entrepreneurial, dynamic environments
• High standards for accuracy, quality, and integrity
• Aligned with Archer’s core values 

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Technical background or education in engineering, software or aerospace. 
• Demonstrated understanding of EV, aerospace, or similar technologies.
• Demonstrated understanding of aerospace materials, SAAS, staffing, and/or service agreements

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $20-$30 per hour. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.