Legal Intern (Summer 2027)

Position Summary

We are mission-driven, setting a new paradigm for business, and thus rapidly evolving and scaling complex systems to do things humanity has not previously done. We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Legal Intern who is eager to learn from and be mentored by experienced in-house attorneys and legal professionals. This role supports the Legal team in delivering sound legal guidance to the business across contracts, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and government contracting.

The role requires strong legal research, writing, organizational, time management, and communication skills, along with a genuine curiosity for how a technical, mission-driven company navigates the legal landscape of human spaceflight and commercial space.

This is a temporary, project-based internship supporting an active legal team. The internship will be onsite at Axiom Space in Houston, Texas from June 1 to August 20. Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation and accommodations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and redline commercial contracts, including supplier, vendor, teaming, and services agreements, and support negotiations under attorney supervision
• Research export controls (ITAR/EAR), government contracting regulations FAR/DFARS), and aerospace regulatory issues, and prepare memos and briefings on emerging developments
• Track compliance and prepare materials for regulatory filings and audits
• Prepare corporate governance documents, including board and shareholder meeting materials, powers of attorney, and entity maintenance records
• Research intellectual property, data privacy, employment, and litigation matters as needed
• Help improve legal department processes and manage documentation systems
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• Rising second-year (2L) student in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school (J.D. program)
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Core Skills

• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster

Core Competencies

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements

• This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)
• Equipment and Machines
• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)