JMP Summer 2026 Internship – In-House Legal Counsel at JMP Statistical Discovery, LLC

Cary, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Research, Contract Management, Policy Compliance, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office Suite, Teamwork, Detail-oriented

Industry

Software Development

Description

Job Description JMP, a subsidiary of SAS, is committed to empowering scientists and engineers via our world-class family of statistical software products. For over 35 years, JMP has enabled customers to speed new drugs to market, to design better products and processes, and to figure out how to restore ecosystems. Advancements are made when brilliant people use JMP statistical discovery software to see what they’ve not seen before. If you are a problem solver, a connector, and someone who enjoys helping others, then you might just be the next person to join this dynamic, growing, and global team. Looking for *that* internship? The game-changing one that’ll help you learn, grow, and chart your path forward? You’ll find it at JMP! Our interns aren’t coffee runners – they do real, meaningful work. Our award-winning internship program is focused on development, culture, and community. We’ll help you grow professionally, find (or further) your passion, and make memorable connections that last beyond the summer. About the job: JMP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented In-House Counsel Intern to assist our legal team with a wide range of legal tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The JMP Legal team is responsible for advising on a variety of legal matters, including contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, and risk management. The legal team advises several cross-functional business areas including but not limited to the following: Sales, Marketing, Digital Operations, Business Operations, User Enablement, Product Management, and Human Resources. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in legal research and analysis, contract management, policy, and compliance. Our summer intern will have the opportunity to work on several key projects, including: Legal Research and Analysis: conducting research on various legal issues, including compliance with international laws, state and federal laws, intellectual property laws, and contract laws, preparing concise reports and summaries for internal review. Contract Review and Drafting: assist with the reviewing and drafting of contracts, including customer agreements, vendor and marketing agreements, and non-disclosure agreements (NDA). Policy and Regulatory Compliance: Supporting the team in ensuring that the company’s operations adhere to appliable compliance regulations and industry standards. Draft appropriate internal and external related company policies. Business Support: participating in meetings and trainings with various departments (i.e., Operations, Sales, and Marketing) to provide legal advice and support on a range of issues. Required qualifications Current law student (preferably 2nd or 3rd year) at an accredited university or college; not graduating prior to Dec 2026 Strong interest in contracts, technology, privacy, and software Excellent research, writing, and communication skills Ability to work independently and as a part of a team Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Timeline: Applications open: January 2026 Internship: May 19, 2026 – August 7, 2026. Perks of the job Work with (and learn from) the best. As a JMP intern, you’ll get face time with our top executives! Free SAS programming training and certification. At JMP, flexible work is the norm. Want to work remotely? That’s cool. Prefer a hybrid mix of sweatpants and in-person collaboration? That’s great, too. We work hard, but we like to play hard, too. Enjoy hackathons, social events and other opportunities to connect + engage. Your well-being matters, and that’s why we support all dimensions of your well-being by offering programs that reduce stress and distractions to help you stay healthy and productive. This includes an on-site and remote Work/Life Center staffed by master’s level social workers and an Employee Assistance Program. You are welcome here. At SAS and JMP, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our inclusive workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers. Additional Information: JMP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. Read more: Know Your Rights. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications. Resumes may be considered in the order they are received. JMP employees performing certain job functions may require access to technology or software subject to export or import regulations. To comply with these regulations, JMP may obtain nationality or citizenship information from applicants for employment. JMP collects this information solely for trade law compliance purposes and does not use it to discriminate unfairly in the hiring process. To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. All valid JMP job openings are located on the Careers page at www.jmp.com. JMP and SAS only send emails from verified “jmp.com” and "sas.com" email addresses and never ask for sensitive, personal information or money. Should you have any doubts about the authenticity of any type of communication from, for, or on behalf of JMP, please contact us at Recruitingsupport@sas.com before taking any further action. #JMP

Responsibilities

The intern will assist the legal team with legal research, contract review and drafting, and ensuring compliance with regulations. They will also participate in meetings with various departments to provide legal advice.