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Legal Operations Intern (Undergrad Students) at Appian in McLean, VA
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Job Description
Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.
As a Legal Operations Intern, you'll work with the Legal team to gain an authentic, real-world experience doing tangible and meaningful work. This role is designed for a proactive student eager to understand the intersection of law, business efficiency, and technology. As a Legal Operations Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in the lifecycle of corporate contracting. You’ll collaborate on the review and analysis of various agreements while managing critical administrative tasks and maintaining the integrity of our digital legal records. A significant part of this role involves mastering our internal software systems, where you will serve as a key resource in leveraging these tools to scale the Legal team’s operations.
This internship is based at our headquarters in McLean, Virginia. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Interns in this program are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to fully experience our culture, learn directly from peers and mentors, and contribute to projects in a collaborative environment. Being in the office provides more opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate with the exceptional people across Appian.
Applicants considered for Summer 2026 - Undergraduate Only
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Assist with the onboarding of new contracts and the review and negotiation of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
- Maintain the accuracy and organization of contract records, ensuring all legal contracts and agreements are up to date within our internal systems.
- Support the legal team in updating, standardizing, and improving legal templates to drive departmental efficiency.
- Assist in the maintenance of internal process guides and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure departmental consistency and knowledge sharing.
- Assist in tracking key performance metrics for the legal department, helping to turn raw data into actionable insights.
- Provide administrative and project management support for various Legal Operations initiatives as needed.
Basic Requirements:
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Finance, Political Science, Legal Studies, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, a high attention to detail, and the ability to read critically.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel formulas/pivot tables) and Google Workspace, with a natural ease for learning new software.
- A detail-oriented self-starter who can prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Prior experience, coursework or interest in contract review or legal matters.
- Interest in Data Visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Salesforce, Clarity) or process automation.
- An interest in and familiarity with AI tools and applications.
Tools and Resources
- Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
- Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
- Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.
Benefits
Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.
About Appian
Appian provides process automation technology. We automate complex processes in large enterprises and governments. Our platform is known for its unique reliability and scale. We’ve been automating processes for 25 years and understand enterprise operations like no one else. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]
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Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Appian provides reasonable accommodations to applicants in accordance with all applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at ReasonableAccommodations@appian.com. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.