Role Overview

Join MongoDB, the modern developer data platform powering the AI era, as a Legal Intern in New York City. This hyper-growth internship offers law students a unique opportunity to immerse in business and technology law at the world's leading NoSQL database company. Work on real projects involving MongoDB Atlas, the globally distributed multi-cloud database trusted by 75% of Fortune 100 companies. Gain hands-on experience in privacy, security, IP, and corporate law while contributing to innovations that redefine databases for AI-native applications. Our 10-week full-time program (40 hours/week, hybrid 3-5 days in office) runs June to August 2026, with mentorship, networking, and a clear path to full-time roles.

Key Responsibilities at MongoDB

As a Legal Intern, you'll dive into the legal heartbeat of MongoDB's unified database platform, supporting teams that serve nearly 60,000 customers worldwide. Expect action-oriented work in a fast-paced environment:

• Review and analyze contracts for MongoDB Atlas deployments across AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure.
• Conduct legal research on data privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA impacting NoSQL solutions.
• Assist with IP protection for MongoDB's developer tools and AI-era database features.
• Draft compliance memos for security protocols in cloud-native environments.
• Collaborate with tech teams on regulatory risks for modern software engineering practices.
• Support corporate transactions during hyper-growth phases.
• Evaluate marketing content for legal accuracy in tech promotions.
• Prepare executive briefings on emerging tech policies.
• Shadow mentors on high-stakes business law matters.
• Contribute to policy development for the database of the AI era.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a MongoDB Legal Intern, bring these qualifications to our New York City office:

• Currently enrolled in law school with at least one semester remaining post-internship.
• Intellectually curious with passion for technology, corporate law, privacy/security, and IP.
• Proven team player ready for hyper-growth challenges.
• U.S. work authorization (sponsorship possible for eligible roles).
• Strong analytical skills and interest in NoSQL databases and modern dev platforms.
• Excellent communication for cross-functional collaboration.

MongoDB seeks diverse candidates committed to our Leadership Commitment and embracing differences for innovation.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive compensation reflects NYC market rates for legal interns at top tech firms. Full-time interns enjoy:

• Personalized Mentorship: Legal mentor, program advisor, ERG guide.
• Career Coaching: Custom training for professional growth.
• Wellness Programs: Bloom for Interns mental/physical health, PTO, free lunch.
• Impactful Work: Projects that launch and matter.
• Networking: Speaker Series, Get2Knows with execs.
• Community: Intern events, socials, city activities.
• Relocation: Housing, stipend support.
• Full-Time Path: Potential offers upon success.
• MongoDB University: Free courses on database tech.
• Global Family Leave: Inclusive policies from day one.

Plus Competitive Equity, fertility assistance, and affinity groups fostering wellbeing.

Why Join MongoDB?

MongoDB isn't just a database—it's the modern developer data platform built for change, empowering innovators to disrupt with software. Our cloud-native MongoDB Atlas is the most widely available globally distributed database, modernizing legacy systems and unleashing AI across multi-cloud environments. With offices worldwide and trust from AI startups to Fortune 100, we're at the forefront of the next software era.

Experience our authentic culture: Bring your whole self, embrace differences, and innovate boldly. From employee resource groups to generous parental leave, we prioritize growth and impact. Interns gain real exposure to tech law at scale, networking with leaders, and building lifelong connections. See if MongoDB is your long-term home—many interns convert to full-time. Join us in NYC to make it matter in the AI-driven database revolution.

MongoDB is an equal opportunity employer, committed to accommodations and inclusive hiring.

How to Apply

Ready to launch your tech law career? Apply now for the 2026 Legal Intern role in New York City. Submit your resume, transcript, and cover letter highlighting your tech law passion. Due to high volume, apply early—spots fill fast. Expect hybrid work (3-5 days in office). Transform your future with MongoDB today!