Legal Intern

Fairphone

Fairphone

Legal
Amsterdam, Netherlands
EUR 1k-1k / month
Posted on Aug 1, 2025
About Fairphone

Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a social enterprise on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact.

At Fairphone, you will find a supportive and safe space where everyone can be themselves, collaborate openly, and have the freedom to learn and grow - because that’s how we innovate and drive change together!

So… are you a proactive, self-motivated team player who loves taking initiative and bringing positive energy? Do you thrive in a fast-moving start-up or scale-up environment? Are you a great communicator who values collaboration and embraces different perspectives? And most importantly, do you feel a strong connection to Fairphone’s mission and values? If you're nodding along and thinking, “Yes, that’s me!”, then check out our vacancy below!

Please know that we acknowledge that we are living in a time where the use of AI can bring many efficiencies and support. However, we want to know the real YOU. Please try to limit the use of AI tools to generate answers to the application; we value authenticity and encourage you to use your creativity!

  • Location: Amsterdam

  • Hours: 40 hours per week

  • Start: September

  • Monthly fee: 1000eur gross

  • Deadline to apply: We review applications on a rolling basis. Please apply as soon as possible.
About your role

Are you passionate about law and eager to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment? We are looking for two interns to join our team for a three-month period each! As a Legal Intern, you'll play a key role in supporting our global legal operations across a wide range of topics, from international corporate and commercial law to cutting-edge data privacy and compliance. Working closely with our Legal team, you'll help ensure our practices are sound, compliant, and continuously improving. This is a unique opportunity to dive into the world of in-house counsel, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow your legal expertise in a supportive and fast-paced setting.

Key learning goals and what you will be working on
  • Support Global Legal Operations: Assist with everything from corporate housekeeping for our international entities to commercial contract review.

  • Implement a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) System: Play a key role in the rollout and management of our new CLM tool to streamline our contracting processes.

  • Contribute to our Global Privacy Program: Help ensure our operations are GDPR-proof by supporting tasks like reviewing Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).

  • Draft and Review Legal Documents: Gain practical experience with a variety of agreements, including sales contracts, procurement agreements, and NDAs.

  • Research Diverse Legal Topics: Explore legal questions ranging from international corporate law to emerging sustainability and privacy regulations.
Your Skills & Experience
  • Educational background in Law. (All candidates must have a valid authorization to perform an internship in the Netherlands for the entire duration of the position)

  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail.

  • Proactive and eager to learn in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

  • A strong interest in one or more of the following areas is a major plus:

    • Corporate/Commercial Law (familiarity with Dutch, Indian or Delaware law is a bonus).

    • Data Privacy and Information Security (knowledge of GDPR, NIS2, Data Act).

    • The intersection of technology, law, and sustainability.

  • Good communication skills in English.

What Fairphone can offer you?
  1. The opportunity to create an impact on the electronics industry around the world.

  2. A diverse work environment full of international, passionate, warm-hearted team members.

  3. 12,5 paid holidays per year (based on a 6-month full-time agreement) next to the other public holidays in the Netherlands.

  4. Financial compensation for the internship.

  5. Daily, healthy lunch, organic FairChain coffee, and many more tasty things.

  6. You will receive a MacBook, Fairbuds, and a Fairphone as working devices for the duration of your internship.

  7. Hybrid working model - We are remote-friendly, and you can work up to 60% of your time per month from home or any other location you want.

  8. Public transport allowance – we fully cover your 2nd class commute from your home to the office

  9. Bike allowance – you will have a yearly repair budget of up to €100!

  10. Kitchen with beautiful views to the IJ waterfront.

  11. There’s a gym and recreation and yoga rooms in the building where you can build healthy habits.

About us

DEI @Fairphone
At Fairphone, we care about people, planet and you. It’s natural that we see diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as an essential part of how we work together and do business.

We support and further strengthen our inclusive work environment and culture by more formally implementing various DEI efforts to ensure all Fairphoners feel included, respected, and supported.

Please make sure you send us your application documents as PDF files only! Otherwise, we won't consider your application. Thank you in advance!