Legal Intern – Policy & Public Sector (AI & Cybersecurity Focus) (Summer 2026)

Summary: Cloudflare is a technology company dedicated to building a better Internet. They are seeking a Summer Legal Intern to support their Policy and Public Sector Legal teams by conducting research on AI legislation, monitoring cybersecurity regulations, and drafting legal documents related to tech regulations. Responsibilities: - AI Policy & Compliance Research: Track and analyze emerging artificial intelligence legislation and frameworks across North America, including US federal initiatives (e.g., Executive Orders, NIST AI RMF), state-level AI regulations (e.g., California, Colorado), and Canada’s Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA) - Cybersecurity Regulatory Tracking: Monitor updates to cybersecurity mandates such as CISA’s Secure by Design guidelines, SEC incident reporting rules, and critical infrastructure protection frameworks - Public Sector Enablement: Assist the Public Sector legal team in reviewing and updating compliance materials related to FedRAMP, StateRAMP, and IRAP requirements, helping to accelerate our mission to secure government entities - Drafting & Advocacy: Draft legal memos, policy briefs, and internal guidance documents outlining how new North American tech regulations impact Cloudflare’s product roadmap, including our AI Gateway and zero-trust security services Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled as a 1L or 2L in an ABA-accredited law school, with an anticipated graduation date of 2027 or 2028 - A strong demonstrated interest in technology law, public policy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence - Excellent legal research and writing skills, with the ability to distill dense regulatory text into clear, business-friendly advice - A self-starter mentality. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment - Ability to commit to a minimum 12 week summer internship - In the office 3-5 days a week in the Washington D.C. office Preferred Qualifications: - Prior experience (internships, clinics, or pre-law career) in government, a public policy organization, or a technology company - Familiarity with Cloudflare's products, cloud computing infrastructure, and the general mechanics of how the Internet works - Coursework or certifications in data privacy (CIPP/US), cybersecurity law, or national security law Required Skills: Legal Research, Legal Writing, Technology Law, Public Policy, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Regulatory Compliance, FedRAMP, StateRAMP, Data Privacy, CIPP/US Certification, Analytical Rigor Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer