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Legal Intern - Contracts & Deal Desk (Summer 2025)

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Turion Space

23d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Legal
  • Irvine

AI generated summary

  • You must be a rising 2L/3L law student, interested in contracts and aerospace, with strong writing skills, attention to detail, and able to work on-site in Irvine. U.S. citizenship or eligibility required.
  • You will analyze contracts, support deal desk processes, develop templates, research laws, manage contract databases, improve procedures, and collaborate with teams on compliance and review strategies.

Requirements

  • Current law student (rising 2L or 3L preferred) at an accredited institution.
  • Strong interest in contracts, commercial law, and the aerospace or high-tech industries.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills; ability to clearly articulate legal and business concepts.
  • High level of attention to detail and capability to work with precision under deadlines.
  • Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills; ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
  • Willingness to work on-site at our Irvine office for the duration of the summer internship.
  • This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

  • Contract Analysis & Review: Review and summarize key clauses in existing contractual agreements, identify potential risks, and recommend improvements or alternative language.
  • Deal Desk Support: Help operationalize the deal desk process, ensuring we have the frameworks and procedures in place to support a core function of Turion Space. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Business Development, Engineering, etc.) to facilitate efficient contract workflows; assist in ensuring contracts align with company policies and goals.
  • Template Development: Help create or refine standardized contract templates and clause libraries, contributing to the development of Turion Space’s deal desk processes.
  • Legal Research: Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices that impact contract drafting and negotiation, especially those relevant to aerospace.
  • Contract Management: Support the organization and maintenance of contract databases; ensure accurate tracking of all agreements and key obligations, including setting up trackers using spreadsheets and databases.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance our contracting procedures; propose solutions to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with the General Counsel and other departments to refine contracting strategies, foster compliance, and create a consistent review process.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Summer Legal Internship?

The Summer Legal Internship is for the summer of 2025.

What are the main responsibilities of the Legal Intern?

The main responsibilities include contract analysis and review, deal desk support, template development, legal research, contract management, process improvement, and team collaboration.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Applicants must be current law students (rising 2L or 3L preferred) at an accredited institution, with a strong interest in contracts and commercial law, excellent writing and communication skills, high attention to detail, and strong analytical and organizational skills.

Is there a preferred location for the internship?

Yes, the internship requires on-site work at the Turion Space office in Irvine for the duration of the summer internship.

Are there any specific ITAR requirements for this internship?

Yes, applicants must meet U.S. export control regulations, which generally require them to be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible for the necessary authorizations.

What kind of mentorship can interns expect during this internship?

Interns will receive direct guidance from the General Counsel and other seasoned professionals in contract management.

What type of experience will the intern gain?

The intern will gain hands-on experience in contract review, negotiation, and legal strategy within the aerospace environment, particularly relating to the satellite sector and DoD initiatives.

Will interns have opportunities for networking and growth?

Yes, interns will join a dynamic startup community that values learning, personal development, and professional connections.

What is the mission of Turion Space?

Turion Space's mission is to propel humanity toward an interplanetary future by developing cutting-edge spacecraft focused on space transport, orbital debris removal, and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) while maximizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness in space transportation.

What is the significance of the DROID satellites mentioned in the job description?

The DROID satellites, including DROID.001 successfully launched in June 2023 and DROID.002 and DROID.003 scheduled for 2025, are part of Turion Space's efforts to advance spacecraft for low-earth orbit and enhance Space Domain Awareness.

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Turion Space

Unleashing the Economic Potential of Earth Orbit

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
11-50
Employees
2021
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Building the Servicing Infrastructure for a Resilient Space Domain