Legal InternAbout EquinixEquinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX) is the leading global interconnection platform and the world’s largest data center provider. With more than 210 data centers on five continents and over $5 billion in annual revenue, we dream big and hire people who want to help us build a historically significant company.We are more than just lawyers protecting Equinix’s interests. We are valued business partners, known as responsive, consistent and proactive. We take customer service seriously and strive for excellence in our execution. Equinix’s dynamic growth trajectory keeps us on our toes and constantly learning. Our strong relationships with our internal clients, fueled by our solution-driven orientation and creative yet practical advice, bring us to the table “early and often” and lead to interesting and rewarding work directly in support of Equinix’s strategy.Our global legal team may span 4 continents, but we are One Legal - a true team working together across borders in support of our shared strategic objectives. We work hard but take time to celebrate our accomplishments – both professional and personal, with a healthy dose of fun thrown in along the way. We look forward to coming to work each day to support Equinix and each other and highly value the “team first” culture we have created. We are proud that our collective efforts led to Equinix One Legal being named as one of the “Top Innovative Law Departments in North America” by Financial Times (FT, December 2015).An internship with Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts theworld and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. If you’re a forward-thinking, hard-working college student who loves to learn and wants to make a positive impact on the world while growing your career, join us and help shape the digital world.We are looking for bright and enthusiastic rising 3L law school students who love to learn and want to make an impact on the world. Join the Equinix Americas Contracts Team and shape the future of cloud computing and enterprise connectivity at one of the Fastest Growing Technology Companies in America (Forbes).OpportunitiesThe Equinix Americas Contracts Team offers wide-ranging opportunities in commercial contracting and negotiations of issues affected by Information Technology, Interconnection, Software Defined Networking, Privacy and Regulatory law, Finance and more. Spend your time gaining practical work experience and learning from some of the sharpest minds in the industry. Work in a culture that thrives on innovation and delivering results, while building solid relationships with industry leaders, and fellow students from around the country. ProjectsPerform Contract review and analysis regarding global and domestic customers on behalf of C level executives and other business units.Handle Customer care program and related customer issuesRevising customer contracts and negotiating a customer contractAssessing liability limits of our top 20 customersConduct Research on Privacy and data security issuesResponsibilities/TasksConduct various research projects concerning topics ranging from GDPR regulations to privacy laws and cybersecurity.Provide and articulate analysis and review of contractual terms and obligations to Sr. Director of Contracts team and the overall Global contracts team.Collaborate cross regionally with members of our global legal team on a variety of issues ranging from contract negotiations to resolving international disputes.Have a highly positive attitude, integrity, initiative and maintain professionalism.QualificationsSelf‐starter – you will need to be able to operate independently to complete the assigned tasks.Communication – must have strong verbal and written communications skills. This position willInterpersonal/Professional Polish- need to coordinate and communicate with a variety of groups and positions within the Company. Strong communications skills are essential.Project Management – ability to organize and drive assigned tasks in an orderly and coherent manner.Bilingual – very helpful if you speak Spanish but not required.Adaptability and fast learning – you will need to be able to pick up concepts from your on the job training and perform individual assignments quickly.Creativity – once you have direction, it will be up to you to bring us the best solution possible, including negotiating your own commercial deals.A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.How to ApplyPlease submit your application by providing the following.Up to date resume that includes your availability (start and end date) and expected graduation.Please apply to this job posting only if you are available full time for an internship during the stated period.What’s nextThe Equinix New to Career team will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis throughout October and November and will reach out to applicants accordingly. We appreciate your patience while we consider your application. If you would like to learn about other career opportunities, we have to offer check out our careers page! Learn more about the program and what former interns have to say about their experience - https://careers.equinix.com/students-recent-grads Watch this video to learn more on how Equinix is powering the worlds digital infrastructure. https://youtu.be/aTTIbsfP8j0Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
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