Legal Intern

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world ---come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference.

Job Description:

Applications for the Summer 2025 Intern are now open and will remain available until the position is filled.

MPS has an exciting opportunity for a law student to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic technology industry legal support position. We are seeking a summer intern to join a small and growing legal team of a multinational, publicly traded hardware technology company with core values of innovation and excellence, and values work-life balance.

Primary Responsibilities

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Learn how an in-house legal department works with stakeholders across the business
• Work with legal department (attorneys and non-attorney legal professionals) in diverse subject matter areas in corporate operations
• Provide support legal department on cross-functional efforts and projects with finance, operations, engineering, compliance, and other internal organizations across the company
• Under attorney supervision, research and draft commercial agreements and other legal documents, issue spot and redline agreements
• Conduct legal research on various subject matter areas as requested by attorney team members
• Research industry changes, analyze their potential impact, and draft and circulate memos summarizing findings for internal stakeholders

Desired Experience and Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Juris Doctorate (1L, 2L)
• Excellent academic credentials (GPA 3.5 or above)
• Must be a creative problem solver, fast learner, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
• Enthusiasm and passion for technology, law, and business
• Strong interest in pursuing in-house attorney roles

Location: Kirkland, WA (in person)

Full time (40 hours per week), starting mid-May/June 2025 through September 2025 (10- 12 weeks)

Must be permitted to work, we are unable to sponsor visa application for this position. No housing will be provided. This opportunity is intended to provide law students with valuable experience working in an in-house corporate legal department, and provide exposure to corporate legal practice, including in-house attorney roles.

Application Documents:

• Current Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• Legal Writing Sample (required)
• Unofficial Transcript (optional)

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The hourly pay range for this position in Washington is $38/hr - $42/hr

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of MPS to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.