INTERN (LEGAL)

Internship Program | NCTA-The Internet & Television Association

The NCTA Summer Internship Program is a 9-week opportunity that provides exposure into advocacy on behalf of the internet and television industry. Throughout the program, you will gain new skills, expand your professional network, and develop a deeper understanding of how we serve our members. This role is designed to challenge you and be influential to a future career. Opportunities are available in several departments of the organization that serve varying functions.

Program Features

• Assigned peer mentor to help introduce you to NCTA’s culture and values.
• Participate in professional development, events/seminars and networking events.
• Learn about and visit Capitol Hill
• Collaborate with seasoned professionals.
• Lunch with the CEO.
• Mondays and Fridays as telecommuting workdays, except for essential functions.

Compensation 

• Pay: Graduate - $25.00 per hour
• Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.

Timeline of Program 

What You Bring To NCTA

• Be an undergraduate entering your sophomore, junior or senior year or graduate student.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be curious, creative and have strong critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with the the following platforms: Airtable, Zoom, Box.
• Able to commit at minimum of 3 working days per week.

Legal & Regulatory Affairs: 

The Legal and Regulatory team represents the interests of NCTA members before regulatory bodies and the courts, as well as oversees association governance matters. 

Legal and Regulatory Intern:

Responsibilities and Projects:  

• Assists with legal research and writing.
• Drafts all or part of regulatory filings and pleadings. 
• Attends and summarizes meetings, conferences, etc., on issues related to broadband, media, and wireless.

Legal Intern Requirements:

• Enrolled at an accredited institution and completed two years of law school.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communications.
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Solid research skills.

To Apply

Send your resume and one-page letter summarizing your interests. Please reference the department internship in your cover letter. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

We at NCTA are committed to building a culture where diverse people, ideas, and experiences are welcomed, included, and celebrated; where our employees can thrive as they bring their best authentic selves to work every day. NCTA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.