Legal Fellow (Spring 2026) - Remote

Overview

The Legal Fellow position offers an immersive experience in Internet law and free knowledge issues, ideal for law students or recent graduates.

In Short

• Duration: 18 weeks
• Hours per Week: 40
• Start Date: January 2026
• Work on legal issues related to copyright, digital rights, and more.
• Individualized projects under attorney supervision.
• Opportunity to earn academic credits.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and attend meetings.
• Work in a remote-first environment.
• Competitive compensation based on location.
• Encouragement of diverse applicants.

Requirements

• Commitment to the Wikimedia Foundation's mission.
• Strong research skills and intellectual curiosity.
• Experience with online communities preferred.
• Excellent writing skills for complex legal concepts.
• Coursework in relevant areas of law preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Multilingual candidates are a plus.

Benefits

• Gain practical experience in-house at a web-based company.
• Receive guidance from experienced attorneys.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful legal issues.
• Flexible work environment with remote options.
• Potential for academic credit or funding.