Internship Legal

Rituals; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 5,200 - 7,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary based on 40 hours: €550

Rijksmuseum access

Product discounts

MacBook Pro

Two holidays per month (40h)

Rootcamp & trainings

Team activities & lunches

Job summary

Rituals in Amsterdam is seeking a legal intern for 6 months to join our in-house Legal Team. You will work on a variety of cases, gaining exposure to corporate governance, data protection, IP, and commercial contracts in a dynamic, international environment.

You will be part of a cross-functional intern cohort starting together in February, with opportunities to learn from senior lawyers and contribute to strategic initiatives across ESG, brand protection, and regulatory projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a law degree for the full duration of the internship.
• Affinity with Contract Law, Data Protection and Intellectual Property law.
• Interest in tech innovation and in-house counsel work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing and implementing a new corporate framework within Rituals.
• Support privacy-related tasks, including data breaches and data subject requests.
• Inventory AI tools and contribute to AI compliance framework.
• Assist brand office, address copycat cases and gray market investigations.
• Support ESG compliance and draft Green Claims Playbook.
• Assist in drafting documents for B-Corp re-certification.
• Draft and legally assess commercial contracts including T&Cs, NDAs and MSAs.

Skills

Contract Law

Data Protection

Intellectual Property law

Tech innovation

Education

Law degree (Bachelor's or Master's)

Job description

Internship Legal - Amsterdam - RitualsJobsWork in our ShopsWork at our OfficesAbout usLife at RitualsInternship LegalCHO Keizersgracht Amsterdam • 32-40 hoursApply nowLegal32-40 hoursCHO Keizersgracht Amsterdam# Internship LegalApply nowFair practice is important to us, as is protecting our brand and everyone around us. With your legal knowledge, you've got exactly the right expertise to join us.## Share your talentsThe Legal team operates as the company's strategic legal partners, who are not just protectors but also enablers of the brand's sustainable growth. With a sharp focus on maintaining brand integrity and responsible business practices, this department stands as the guardian, ensuring every step we take is solid and true to our core values. They also work to protect our unique brand's identity, from chasing copycats to safeguarding our intellectual property globally. Next to that, our legal team offers expert advice to Rituals’ decision-makers and includes dedicated local counsel to navigate the legal nuances of our biggest regions.Our legal professionals are business savvy, entrepreneurial and have in-depth legal knowledge. Within the last eight years, the team has grown from a one-person army to a diverse group of nine lawyers, reflecting Rituals’ evolution as a company. The team has progressed from reactive problem solvers to strategic business partners. They now manage an array of responsibilities, including a Brand Office and a Privacy Office, and are instrumental in international ventures such as market expansions into China and partnerships across the APAC region, embodying the company’s strategic evolution and global reach.**YOUR ROLE**Our Legal Team is looking to onboard a legal intern **for 6 months starting February 2027**to work on a variety of legal cases as part of our team of legal experts. This is a great opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of a strong in-house legal department and experience whether working as a in-house counsel is something for you as a career starter. The dynamic nature of the work and the international scope provides a rich learning experience and a platform for professional growth.Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and cross-functional intern community within Rituals all starting together in February!**YOUR ACCOUNTABILITIES:**As part of our Legal Team of legal experts you will be working on a wide variety of legal work which might include:* Assist in establishing and implementing a new corporate framework within Rituals.* Support various privacy-related tasks, including investigating and managing data breaches and handling data subject requests from employees.* Help create an inventory of AI tools within Rituals and actively contribute to developing a framework for AI compliance.* Serve as a reliable partner to the brand office, identifying and addressing cases of copycat products and supporting gray market trade investigations.* Participate in ensuring ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance, and assist in drafting and implementing a Green Claims Playbook.* Aid in drafting documents and gathering necessary materials for B-Corp re-certification.* Drafting and legal assessment of various commercial contracts including terms & conditions, NDA’s and MSA’s.## Bring all of you*\\*Please note we can only accept applications from candidates who are actively enrolled in their study for the **full duration of their internship**.** Student currently enrolled in a bachelors or masters degree in law.* You have an affinity with Contract Law , Data Protection and Intellectual Property law.* Interest in tech innovation.* **You are available full time for a period of 6 months starting in February 2026*** You are fluent in English and/or Dutch both written and verbal.* Hands-on personality with a curious mind-set. Critical yet constructive. Eager to learnAt Rituals, we are committed to care for everyone and strive to create a diverse workplace where all employees belong and have equal opportunities to succeed. Read more about our commitment here Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Rituals (NL)**A GUIDE WITH OUR BENEFITS** Rituals offers a varied intern role (full-time) within a young team with enthusiastic colleagues at our head office in the heart of Amsterdam. The salary offered is in line with market conditions and you will be given the opportunity to make the fullest use of your talents. The organization offers you an ambitious and pleasant international working environment.* A compensation of €550,- based on 40 hours* Unlimited access to the ‘’Rijksmuseum’’* Discount on your OneFit or ClassPass subscription* 20% discount on our products* MacBook Pro* Two holidays per month based on 40 hours* Intern Rootcamp & trainings* The opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, from running the Amsterdam Marathon to company festivities* Fresh fruit, free snacks and healthy lunches