Legal Intern - Global Impact & Hands-On Learning

The Ocean Cleanup; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunches

Job summary

The Ocean Cleanup is seeking a Legal Internship candidate to support the Legal department in Rotterdam. You will engage in day-to-day legal operations, assist with trademarks, patents, contracts, and research tools, and coordinate with other teams.

You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, international setting. Ideal candidates are pursuing a law degree, have strong English skills, and are eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a law degree (third year bachelor’s or higher) – EU candidates may not need university during the internship.
• Knowledge of or interest in legal topics related to the organization’s activities in the Legal Department (e.g.: maritime law, patents and trademarks, privacy, legal tech).
• Prior experience with SharePoint and/or Salesforce is desirable.
• Excellent English language skills (written and verbal); Dutch or Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day legal operations and documentation.
• Support in trademarks and patent assessments and legal research tools.
• Assist with contract review and drafting, meeting participation, and translations.
• Coordinate with other departments and escalate to Legal Counsel where necessary.
• Organize meetings and events for the Legal Department.
• Provide administrative support for IP and insurance portfolios.

Skills

Excellent English

Curious and eager to learn

Team player

Strong communication

Education

Law degree (3rd year or higher)

Tools

SharePoint

Salesforce

Job description

The Ocean Cleanup is seeking a Legal Internship candidate to support the Legal department in Rotterdam. You will engage in day-to-day legal operations, assist with trademarks, patents, contracts, and research tools, and coordinate with other teams.

You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, international setting. Ideal candidates are pursuing a law degree, have strong English skills, and are eager to learn.