We promise you can be yourself at Protolabs
Don’t meet every single requirement? Go ahead and apply anyway! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and we think this sucks. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels that they are valued in the workplace. If you’re looking at our page and you do not identify yourself, don't be discouraged to apply. You can help make our Protolabs even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.
We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams and it's one of our biggest secrets of success.
We are transforming the manufacturing industry and are on the lookout for the makers, the doers and the re-thinkers!
Protolabs network, part of Protolabs, the world’s fastest and most comprehensive digital manufacturing solution with over 250 extensively vetted manufacturing partners.We have some of the broadest capabilities in the industry so we can accommodate almost any manufacturing request from humble start-ups to big names like NASA, HP, and AUDI. When our customers need parts with intricate geometries or highly cosmetic finishes, a partner in our network can produce them. Some of the coolest parts we’ve made are floating in space!Due to growth and expansion, we are looking for a legal intern in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with an interest in learning about a wide variety of legal topics.
The internship has an ideal starting date in September 2024 and lasts 4 months, until the end of year.In this role, you will support the legal team, consisting of the Head of Legal and the Legal Counselor, and assist with various legal tasks within the organization. This position involves discussing and adjusting basic legal documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing document organization, working across jurisdictions, and providing ad-hoc legal advice. The Legal Intern will have the opportunity to gain practical experience and contribute to the legal operations of the company. To be successful, you need to be adaptable, creative, reliable and not afraid to get your hands dirty.Sound good? Keep reading!
What you'll do?
- Draft legal documentation: you will be the our point of contact for Non-Disclosure Agreements and will have plenty of opportunity to work with mission-critical contracts on both the customer and supply sides.
- Become a compliance guru: review customer designs to ensure they comply with our terms of sale, assist with research and ongoing compliance with GDPR, assist in managing export controls compliance.
- Be an organizational machine: you'll be the locked vault for filing and organizing the documents for our organization.
- Work across jurisdictions: have the opportunity to learn about and implement EUA and USA laws.
- Be a jack of all trades: conduct research and give ad-hoc advice on all kinds of legal matters.
What it takes?
- You are enrolled at a Dutch university OR: Dutch educational institution for a Master’s degree in Law or are currently enrolled in at minimum the 3rd year of Law studies (HBO or WO).
- You are native/fluent in English.
- Ideally you already have prior legal work experience such as paralegal work or an internship either in a law firm or a company.
- You are able to work independently, ask prudent questions and can be trusted to always complete your assignments.
- You use your confidence and communication skills to get the information you need from internal stakeholders.
- You are excited about gaining hands-on experience.
What's in it for you?
- Part of our incredible journey is clearly down to our amazing team, and we strongly believe in giving people a space to truly, authentically be themselves. We also believe that treating our employees well and sprinkling a great place to work with some nice perks, makes it a little sweeter!
- Paid internship €600 gross per month
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements! (we try to accommodate where it’s possible, so feel free to ask us more about this)
- Wellness and well-being with access to OpenUp psychologists, practice mindfulness with Headspace and tons more.
- Doggo-friendly office. We are big pet lovers and fully encourage hanging out with your (and your colleagues’) furry friends in the office
- Daily Lunch and snacks are provided in the office; it's a moment for our teams to connect and recharge. Shared meals strengthen our bonds and fuel collaboration.
- Dedicate 20% of your work time to learning or joining projects! Whether that’s one of our ERGs or time spent on our in-house LEARN platform. From 3D printing to woodworking - there’s something for everything.
- Regular team events, socials and an annual regional team trip
- Follow us on Instagram to see what Life at Protolabs is all about!
What to expect in the hiring processInitial callKick-off with an initial screening with one Talent Acquisition Partners, not really an interview, but the chance to learn more about how we do things, our process and a chance for you to ask all the things you want to know Hiring ManagerA deeper dive into the role, what we're looking for and for you to get to know one another Take home challenge or presentationPut your skills to the test. Depending on the role, you may be asked to work on a take-home challenge or a presentation to us.
We know this won't show us all of your talents, but we can get a nice insight into how you work and vice versa.Team MeetingIn most scenarios, you’ll get to meet your teammates or a member of the leadership team. This is a great chance for us to see how you fit into the wider organisationMeet the culture ambassadorsOur culture is unique and so are you! Check your ego at the door because these cats are not interested in whether you're the best engineer. We want to hear all about the things that get you out of bed each morning, the special interests you have or random skills that you can teach us.
Now's the time to show us your authentic self, no holding back. This is also your chance to ask about the behaviours that make us who we are, warts and all - because hiring is a two-way street!Apply for this job
