At ST Engineering iDirect, we’re reshaping the future of global connectivity. As a leader in satellite communications, our groundbreaking technology empowers customers to grow, innovate, and transform their networks. Here, your skills and passion meet our vision and expertise to create something extraordinary. If you're ready to tackle technology’s biggest challenges and redefine how the world connects, the most exciting chapter of your career awaits. With ST Engineering iDirect, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning!  Our Legal team plays a critical role in supporting commercial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enabling strategic growth. At STE iDirect, Inc., we believe our interns are the future of our company, and we are committed to helping you succeed!

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented law student (1L or 2L) to join our Legal and Contracts Management team for the summer. This internship offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment, with exposure to a broad range of legal and contract matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating customer-facing and vendor-facing commercial agreements and other legal documents.
• Contribute to legal operation projects/LegalOps
• Support corporate governance initiatives, including board resolutions, entity management, and policy updates.
• Conduct legal research and assist with compliance matters related to data privacy (including GDPR), and other regulatory frameworks.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with internal stakeholders in various departments (e.g., Business Development, Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain, PMO, PLM, Sales, IT, and Compliance).
• Help develop internal resources and templates to streamline legal operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current 1L or 2L student at an ABA-accredited law school (must have completed at least 1 semester of law school).
• Strong interest in technology, telecommunications, and commercial transactions.
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent initiative and project management skills including prioritization and time management.
• Fluency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work with people across different time zones and backgrounds.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.

Additional Considerations

• Prior experience in a corporate or legal setting is a plus but not required.
• Prior experience with Salesforce or CLM knowledge.
• To be considered for the 2026 Summer Internship Program, a student who is accepted must be able to participate in the full 8–10-week program.
• The selected intern should plan to spend time working from home 3 days a week; Tuesdays and Thursdays shall be dedicated to working in the office (Herndon, VA) as part of our hybrid work environment. 

What You Will Gain

• Exposure to real-world legal issues in a dynamic tech environment.
• Mentorship from experienced in-house counsel and senior contracts professionals.
• Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to high-impact projects.
• Insight into the role of legal in supporting innovation and compliance.