Remote-Eligible Summer Legal Intern (JD Candidate)

National Basketball Association (NBA); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Basketball Association (NBA) offers a 10-week Summer Internship running from June 7 to August 13, 2027, spanning multiple departments including the Legal team. Interns will attend meetings, conduct research, draft documents, and provide legal analysis to support NBA and its affiliate leagues.

The program includes professional development and community experiences, with a remote-work option one day per week.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a JD program is required.
• Previous law firm or legal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting short-term and long‑term research on existing projects within the department
• Participating in weekly meetings and tracking action steps and progress of major assignments
• Supporting legal review and advisement on projects related to the media, social responsibility, partnerships, corporate, finance, compliance, and intellectual property of the NBA and its affiliate leagues
• Supporting with drafting youth basketball safety compliance policies and manuals, equity deals, player appearance agreements, data privacy work, etc.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Fast-paced work

Leadership

Education

JD Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The National Basketball Association (NBA) offers a 10-week Summer Internship running from June 7 to August 13, 2027, spanning multiple departments including the Legal team. Interns will attend meetings, conduct research, draft documents, and provide legal analysis to support NBA and its affiliate leagues.

The program includes professional development and community experiences, with a remote-work option one day per week.