DIRECTV Legal Internship - Summer 2026

The DIRECTV Legal Department is seeking a first-year law student to join the team as a summer associate.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

The internship is designed to provide the participant with an opportunity to develop professionally, as well as to gain experience by working alongside in-house counsel. Notable benefits of the internship include :

The participant will have a unique opportunity to see what life is like as an in-house attorney in a leading video content distribution company; and

The participant will have opportunities to work on content distribution agreements, attend depositions and hearings, conduct research, and draft memoranda ranging from a wide array of practice areas within the department, which may include Content and Programming, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Regulatory, Product, and Labor and Employment, among others.

The duration of the internship will be 8-10 weeks during Summer 2026. The internship will be primarily virtual (in-office work may also be available) with potential for travel to Los Angeles. This is a paid internship.

DIRECTV has a strong preference for candidates located in the following areas :

Atlanta, Georgia

Dallas, Texas

Denver, Colorado

Los Angeles, California

New York, New York

Washington, D.C.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a first-year student enrolled at an ABA- accredited law school in good academic standing. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate strong professional judgement, work ethic, and have a strong interest in the entertainment industry. Candidates interested in applying for this internship should submit :

A cover letter indicating why the student is an excellent candidate for the internship and addressing their interest in the entertainment industry (no more than 1 page)

A brief personal statement highlighting any experiences, perspectives, or values the candidate believes would contribute to the legal team or the profession (no more than 1 page)

A current resume; and

An academic transcript (a candidate's GPA will not be used as a deciding factor in the application review process).

PROGRAM DETAILS

Duration : 8-10-week remote internship (This is a remote position that can be located anywhere in the United States. #LI-Remote)

Start Dates : May 18, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Eligibility : Must have full U.S. work authorization now and in the future

This position earns $47.50 per hour, not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at DIRECTV offers.

Ready to help shape the future of entertainment? Join us at DIRECTV and make your mark!

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