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Legal Specialist Intern, Approvals (JD) -… at Electronic Arts · Los…
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Locations: Los Angeles - Del Rey, California, United States of America
Description & Requirements
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.
Legal Specialist Intern, Approvals (1L or 2L)
You will by hybrid based in Los Angeles, CA
Description & Requirements
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and collaborative legal specialist intern (non-attorney) to join our team. This position will join the Approvals team, a group of legal professionals who support our product and marketing teams on the creation of games, marketing campaigns, and policies to help deliver upon EA's mission to be the world's greatest games company. You will work a hybrid work model defined as three days in office, and will report to Marketing Counsel.
What's in it for you? Glad you asked!
- Partner with Product Counsel and Specialist Counsel to support game development teams on legal issues such as content clearance, trademark clearance, in-game advertising and reviewing specific game features.
- Review and approve consumer-facing product and marketing materials to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including ratings requirements, IP, advertising and privacy guidance, and regional-specific requirements.
- Help maintain and develop internal guidance and policies relating to marketing compliance.
- Prepare rules and disclosures for promotions including contests, sweepstakes, tournaments, and promotional offers.
- Review registration, marketing, and promotional materials related to Competitive Gaming tournaments and other live events.
- Perform trademark searches, content clearance research or other legal research as needed.
General Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school, pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) degree. We are primarily seeking a candidate with 1L standing, though 2L candidates will also be considered.
- Strong interest, coursework, or background in intellectual property, media, technology, product development, or interactive entertainment.
- Prior professional experience in an office environment, corporate setting, or legal department (such as a paralegal, legal assistant, or intern) is highly valued but not required.
- Excellent communication, attention to detail, and project management skills.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced legal department.
- Experience or familiarity with video games is a big plus.
Pay Transparency - North America
- California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) *$23 - $45 USD
Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.
Interns in California are also eligible for Voluntary Disability Insurance.
About Electronic Arts
We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.