Legal Fellow (Summer 2026)

Wikimedia Foundation
Full-time
Remote
$36/hour to $44/hour
Posted on 5 months ago

Job Description

The Legal Fellowship program offers law students and recent graduates an immersive in-house experience focused on Internet law and free knowledge issues. Fellows will work on challenging projects under attorney supervision, contributing to research, drafting, and policy development within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct legal research
  • Draft licensing agreements
  • Develop internal and external policies
  • Attend and participate in meetings
  • Collaborate on projects
  • Receive feedback and support

Requirements

  • Commitment to Wikimedia Foundation's mission
  • Interest in free culture, digital rights, and open source
  • Strong research background
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Coursework in internet law, intellectual property, or related fields
  • Ability to work collaboratively

Benefits

  • No benefits