1L Summer Legal & Trade Intern

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

Shift:

The regular hours for this position are day shift.

Job Description:

Our Legal Department works cross-functionally to support business operations, ensure compliance with complex regulatory frameworks, and manage legal risk. We are seeking a motivated 1L law student to join us for a summer internship where you’ll gain meaningful exposure to in-house legal practice and trade compliance.

As a 1L Summer Legal & Trade Intern , you will work closely with attorneys and trade compliance professionals to support legal operations, compliance initiatives, and documentation management. You’ll gain first-hand experience in how a corporate legal team partners with internal business units to manage legal and regulatory issues. This is an excellent opportunity to build foundational legal skills in a dynamic corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities:

You will assist with a variety of legal, trade, and administrative tasks, which may include:

Legal Support

• Conduct basic legal research and draft summary memos on relevant legal and regulatory topics.

• Conduct market research on various legal tools and deliver assessment on their performance.

• Assist with review and organization of legal documents, contracts, and compliance materials.

• Help prepare internal legal correspondence and routine legal documentation.

• Attend legal and trade compliance team meetings and take detailed notes on action items to be distributed to the teams.

Trade Compliance Assistance

• Support trade compliance efforts related to import/export, sanctions, and regulatory adherence.

• Help organize and maintain trade compliance files and internal records.

• Assist with basic research on international trade laws and compliance requirements.

• Help write customs and export policies and procedures.

Administrative & Project Tasks

• Upload, maintain and organize digital files on internal systems.

• Assist with legal department projects and special assignments as needed.

• Provide administrative support such as scheduling, filing, and document tracking.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled as a 1L law student in good academic standing at an ABA-accredited law school.

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Strong academic performance (3.0 GPA or higher preferred).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational ability.

• Demonstrated interest in corporate law, compliance, or regulatory work.

• Prior exposure to basic legal research tools and interest in learning more about AI toolkits.

Internship Duration: Summer 2026 (6-8 weeks)

Location: Remote
Program Type: Full-Time (40 hrs/week)

Learning & Development Opportunities:

This internship offers

• Exposure to corporate in-house legal operations and trade compliance.

• Mentorship and guidance from experienced attorneys and compliance professionals.

• Hands-on practice with legal research, documentation, and project support.

• A better understanding of how legal departments support business strategy.

Skills:

Legal Briefs, Legal Writing, Research Analysis, Researching

Education & Experience:

Minimum of 4 - 6 years of related experience | Required

Pay Range:

$26.30 - $34.55

Pay Range Explained:

This role in Portland, Oregon pays between $26.30 and $34.55 per hour, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.

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