Legal Intern, Contracts

Company: Notarize
Location: San Diego
Posted on: March 6, 2026

Job Description:

Proof is looking for a thoughtful, communicative, curious, and motivated individual to join our remote-first team as a Legal Intern. In this role, you’ll primarily focus on contract negotiations but you will have the opportunity to work on projects related to other types of in-house legal support. You’ll work with leaders and teams across the organization as you assist in streamlining processes to foster effective cross-functional collaboration and researching cutting edge issues. Proof is improving the way businesses and individuals execute the most important transactions of their lives, including real estate, institutional investment/retirement, insurance, healthcare, and wealth management transactions, among others. This requires us to understand and evaluate a host of existing federal and state laws, rules and licensing regimes as well as a host of federal, state and local customs and practices, and to apply them in a compliant way in the context of a digital and online process. This dynamic and pivotal role is great for a candidate who wants hands-on experience helping a legal tech startup company scale against an expansive vision. As our Legal Intern, you will: Support the Commercial Transactions team which is responsible for negotiating all contracts on behalf of the company Aid in researching legal issues in support of attorneys on the Proof Legal team Review and revise current company policies to ensure legal compliance Assist with automation and improving efficiencies related to in-house legal support What were looking for: Currently enrolled in law school as a 2L Strong academic record Strong written and verbal communication skills Precise attention to detail Motivation to learn and grow Prior internship experience a plus Exposure to SaaS/tech industry a plus Position Logistics: Fully remote in the U.S. $20/hour 40 hours per week Internship will begin in late May 2026 and last through mid-August 2026 Our Proof Pillars: Pave the Way: When obstacles arise, we break through barriers with passion and perseverance. We lead with creativity and forward-thinking. We aim to set new standards and shape the future in a repeatable, scalable way so the path to success is easier for our team to follow. Own It: We embrace the responsibility that comes with supporting lifes most important transactions. When a problem arises we relentlessly pursue the solution with a Yes before no attitude. Because every problem and every transaction is treated like its our own. Act with Integrity: We are in the business of building trust and it is at the core of everything we do. We are honest and transparent with our customers, each other and ourselves. If we make a mistake, we own up to it right away and do what it takes to make it right. Our dedication to security and compliance is key to earning trust, fighting fraud and ultimately, our success. Play to Win: We believe excellence is about always striving to be better so when we get it wrong, we iterate, we learn and we grow. We know we can only go so far alone, were better together and collectively, we win! $20 - $20 an hour This is the expected total cash compensation range for this position. The salary offered within this range will be determined based on factors including but not limited to skills, qualifications, experience and location. This job will be posted and accepting applications through March 6, 2026. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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