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Summer Internship: Privacy Law Intern

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35-35 Hourly
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Hiring Remotely in US
35-35 Hourly
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Support Privacy and Data Ethics counsel with legal research, policy and training drafting, contract and vendor reviews, privacy assessments, and project tracking to ensure compliance with global data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) across cross-functional teams.
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BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

Internship program dates: June 8 - August 21, 2026

Education Required:

Law student who will have completed at least one year of law school by the start of the internship; completion of second year strongly preferred. Coursework in privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, health law, or pharmaceutical law is preferred.

General Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Privacy Law Intern to support the Privacy and Data Ethics team within Legal & Compliance. This internship offers hands-on exposure to the intersection of U.S. and European privacy law, medical research, digital health/security, and global commercial operations in a multinational life sciences organization.

The ideal candidate will be a law student who has completed their second year of law school, is eager to develop practical in-house legal skills, and is interested in building a career in privacy, technology, information governance or health law. The intern will work closely with counsel and cross‑functional partners to support compliance with global data protection laws while advancing business objectives in research, development, and commercialization.

Essential Functions of the Job:

  • Conducting legal research and analysis on global privacy, data protection, data retention, and cybersecurity laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, state privacy laws, and emerging regulatory frameworks)
  • Preparing summaries and presentations and drafting and revising internal guidance, policies, and training materials related to these areas that translate complex legal requirements into clear, practical guidance for business partners
  • Assisting with assessments and reviews
  • Supporting privacy counsel in reviewing and analyzing contracts, data-sharing arrangements, and vendor engagements involving personal data
  • Collaborating with stakeholders across Legal, Compliance, IT, R&D, Commercial, and HR to understand business processes and identify privacy considerations
  • Helping track and manage ongoing privacy and information governance projects, regulatory developments, and internal action items

Computer Skills: 

Proficiency with standard productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint,  Excel)

Familiarity with or interest in privacy management tools (e.g., OneTrust) is a plus but not required

Other Qualifications:   

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Travel:  The position is remote.  Travel to the office TBD.

Pay Rate: $35.00/hour

Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

  • Fosters Teamwork
  • Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
  • Self-Awareness
  • Acts Inclusively
  • Demonstrates Initiative
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset
  • Continuous Learning
  • Embraces Change
  • Results-Oriented
  • Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis
  • Financial Excellence
  • Communicates with Clarity

Salary Range: $ - $ per hour

BeOne is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process.  Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeOne Medicines Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. BeOne does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and any other applicable federal, state or local laws, applicants who require reasonable accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected].

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