Legal Intern
ALTEREA | AGENTS OF INFLUENCE
Fall Internship Position
Legal Intern
Job Summary
The role of the Legal Intern is to support the executive team in navigating the legal and regulatory aspects of producing and distributing Agents of Influence. This includes work in intellectual property, contracts, compliance, and privacy regulations, as well as researching emerging issues in digital games and education law. The intern will have opportunities to contribute to organizational policy, licensing frameworks, and strategic planning.
About the Company & Project
We are Alterea Inc., an experience design company based in Los Angeles, CA. Through live and digital mediums we create experiences that draw on historical research and emerging art forms to explore and highlight participant agency. Our core team met as undergraduates at the University of Southern California designing experiences that combined immersive theater and interactive gaming.
Agents of Influence is an in-development educational video game that teaches students critical media literacy skills such as research, analysis, and effective conversation. We are seeking a Legal Intern to join our team and support our work at the intersection of interactive media, education, and social impact. We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, curious, proactive, and excited to learn about the legal landscape of game development, IP, and nonprofit/startup operations. This person will gain real-world insight into the legal considerations that drive development, publishing, and commercialization in the edtech and gaming industries.
This is a part-time, remote, unpaid internship with the potential for increased responsibility and compensation based on performance.
Internship Period: from September 1, 2025 to December 20, 2025
Application Deadline: August 15, 2025
Introductory Video (please view!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u97XriYhB0
Apply here: https://forms.gle/hXXd5gwpWcoqyfT28
Location and Work Environment
This is a fully remote position, allowing you the flexibility to work from home or another suitable location. To succeed in this role, you’ll need:
- Reliable Internet Connection: A stable high-speed internet connection (minimum 20 Mbps) is required for video conferencing and accessing company tools.
- Equipment: You should have access to a reliable computer with a webcam and a headset. If needed, the company can provide additional equipment to support your work.
- Workspace: A quiet, distraction-free workspace is essential for meetings and focused work.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and organize contracts (e.g., NDAs, contractor agreements, partnership MOUs)
- Conduct legal research on topics such as COPPA, FERPA, DMCA, and fair use
- Help ensure compliance with company, grant, and educational regulations
- Support trademark, copyright, and other IP-related processes
- Advise on terms of service and privacy policies for game releases
- Participate in internal discussions on company structure and legal risk
- Track legal trends in gaming, edtech, and digital rights
Additional Responsibilities
- Work in a timely fashion to meet deadlines and support team projects.
- Adapt to new tasks and responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to learn.
Compensation and Benefits
This is an unpaid internship. There is potential to grow into a paid role.
Application Instructions
Internship Period: from September 1, 2025 to December 20, 2025
Application Deadline: August 15, 2025
Introductory Video (please view!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u97XriYhB0
Apply here: https://forms.gle/hXXd5gwpWcoqyfT28
Additional Project Overview and Details:
Agents of Influence Project Overview
Link to the Game: https://www.agentsofinfluencegame.com/AoiWIP/ (Username test@123.com, Password: test1234
Further Opportunities
Explore all further opportunities here: All Agents of Influence Internships
We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.