Legal, Regulatory & Policy Clerk

Entertainment Software Association • Law School Legal Intern • Washington, DC, US • 14h ago

The Law Clerk will work closely with the Legal, Regulatory & Policy team on policy issues as well as on industry research matters. Some administrative support may be required. The Law Clerk will get exposure to a wide variety of legal, policy and industry issues including privacy, platform responsibility matters, e-commerce, esports, intellectual property, digital wellness, and emerging technology issues.

Law clerks are paid $23 per hour.

Responsibilities:

Conduct legal, regulatory and academic research on policy matters affecting the video game industry.

Prepare memoranda on legal topics as requested.

Prepare summaries of policy and/or industry events and reports.

Participate in external meetings with policymakers and industry stakeholders when

feasible.

Required Education and Experience:

Current enrollment as a rising 2L or 3L in an accredited law degree program

Outstanding academic credentials

Privacy law

Emerging Areas in Technology (e.g., Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Biometrics)

Online Platform Rights and Responsibilities (e.g., Free Speech, Content Moderation, OnlineSafety)

Esports

Digital Wellness

IP law

Work Location:

Due to the organization’s hybrid schedule, interns with Monday and Friday schedules would work remotely.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday hours would be completed at the ESA offices located in downtown Washington D.C.

Interns must be able to work at least half of their total weekly hours from ESA offices Tuesday through Thursday.

How To Apply:

If you are passionate about the video game industry and believe you meet the requirements, please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@theesa.com

ESA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

About the ESA

Founded in 1994, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) has served as the voice and advocate for the U.S. video game industry for more than 30 years. Its members are the innovators, creators, publishers and business leaders that are reimagining entertainment and transforming how we interact, learn, connect and play. The ESA works to expand and protect the dynamic marketplace for video games through innovative and engaging initiatives that showcase the positive impact of video games on people, culture and the economy to secure a vibrant future for the industry for decades to come. For more information, visit the ESA’s website or follow the ESA on X @theESA or Instagram @theesaofficial.

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