Summer 2026 Intern - Legal Associate at Salesforce · Illinois…

Summary: Salesforce is a leading AI CRM company dedicated to innovation and customer success. They are seeking a Summer 2026 Intern - Legal Associate to assist the legal team with projects related to contract, privacy, and corporate matters while gaining valuable experience in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. Responsibilities: - Assist with both complex projects and day-to-day responsibilities in the legal department - Participate in negotiations and collaborate with senior counsel on global strategies - Evaluate critical legal issues related to contract, privacy, and corporate matters - Help develop and enforce the company’s intellectual property portfolios Required Qualifications: - First-year law student pursuing a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school interested in gaining experience within a technology company's legal department - Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment - Excellent oral and written communication and analytical skills - Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse internal legal and business groups - Ability to research legal and business issues and learn new concepts quickly - Positive and professional attitude, including dependability, timeliness, and a penchant for discretion Preferred Qualifications: - Strong familiarity with technical concepts and cloud computing - Strong interest in and/or experience in the high technology industry - Demonstrated aptitude and passion for learning new things - Commitment to and interest in community service Required Skills: Legal research, Contract law, Privacy law, Corporate law, Intellectual property, Technology industry knowledge, Cloud computing concepts, Analytical skills, Dependability, Timeliness, Discretion Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Time off programs, Medical, Dental, Vision, Mental health support, Paid parental leave, Life and disability insurance, 401(k), Employee stock purchasing program