We’re an employee-owned, vertically-integrated builder of some of America’s most popular health & wellness brands. With over 1,000 team members across multiple companies, we create best-in-class products that help make the world healthier and happier. Our creative content educates the world on making smarter health choices, while the brands we own generate over $600 million of revenue annually. Learn more about our brands.
We’re Looking For A: Regulatory & Marketing Legal Intern
Location: Remote
- Start Date: September 14th
- End Date: December 10th
What You’ll Be Doing: The Legal Department is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated law student for a part-time, remote internship. The Product and Commercial Legal Intern will gain hands-on experience working with in-house counsel on a variety of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters. This role combines product-focused regulatory work—including advertising compliance and FDA/FTC research—with commercial legal support across the contract-management lifecycle and entity governance. This position offers meaningful exposure to the daily operations of a corporate legal function in the health and wellness industry.
Product & Regulatory Compliance Support
- Conduct legal research on relevant statutes, regulations, and case law pertaining to advertising and FDA/FTC regulatory compliance.
- Support the Regulatory Attorney in reviewing marketing materials, advertisements, and promotional campaigns for compliance with legal requirements.
- Assist in developing and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and training programs to promote awareness and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting the company’s operations, and communicate relevant updates to stakeholders.
- Draft legal memoranda, reports, and correspondence to provide insights and recommendations on compliance matters.
General Department Support
- Assist in maintaining corporate records, entity databases, and governance documents.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and process improvement initiatives across both regulatory and commercial workstreams.
- Assist attorneys and staff with ad-hoc research, project-based work, and help organize and maintain the department’s shared resources and document repositories.
Qualifications (Note: We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick ALL of these boxes.):
Professional & Interpersonal Attributes
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
- Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with attorneys and cross-functional teams.
Technical & Legal Skills
- Statutory Interpretation: Competent in interpreting statutes and regulations to assess their applicability and impact on specific legal issues, particularly in advertising and health and wellness.
- Basic understanding of contract structure, common legal terms, negotiation principles, and corporate governance concepts.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Proficiency with technology tools including Google Docs, Google Spreadsheets, AI technology, and contract management systems for efficient document management and research.
- Research and writing proficiency consistent with law school training.
- Current Law Student; college degree required
- Prior experience in a corporate or legal environment (preferred)
Golden Perks & Benefits:
- Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $6.1 million to date.
- Professional development opportunities with mentorship, continuous learning programs, empowering you to progress and excel in your career.
- For those coming into our Woodland Hills, CA office, you’ll find a fully stocked kitchen and a free on-site gym.
- Virtual and in-person company events, like our annual holiday party, happy hours, and virtual cooking nights, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance.
To read more about our Perks & Benefits, click here.
The base hourly range is $18 - $20.
The posted hourly range in this job posting reflects data based on California's cost of labor analysis. This salary range is subject to change per state; please click here to find the pay differential in your state of residence if the role is remote”
Salary is based on a wide range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geographical location.
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Skills Required
- Current Law Student; college degree required
- Statutory interpretation competency for statutes, regulations, and case law
- Research and writing proficiency consistent with law school training
- Basic understanding of contract structure, legal terms, negotiation principles, and corporate governance
- Proficiency with Google Docs and Google Spreadsheets
- Familiarity with AI technology and contract management systems
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and analytical skills; ability to manage multiple assignments
- Prior experience in a corporate or legal environment
What the Team is Saying
Golden Hippo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits include fully paid premiums for employee‑only medical, dental, and vision plans, significantly reducing out‑of‑pocket costs for core coverage. This creates strong baseline protection for individuals seeking low‑cost healthcare access.
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Retirement Support — Offerings combine a 401(k) match up to 3.5% with an ESOP that allocates company stock to employees’ retirement accounts. This mix provides both immediate savings support and long‑term ownership value.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies include 16 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. This depth of leave signals strong support for family needs during key life events.
Golden Hippo Insights
What We Do
With over 900 team members across multiple companies dedicated to improving lives, we create best-in-class products that bring health and happiness. Our creative content educates the world on making smarter health choices, while the brands we own generate over $600 million of revenue annually. From brand ideation to ad creation to product fulfillment, the entire process happens in-house.
Why Work With Us
Golden Hippo’s one-of-a-kind company culture is driven by collaboration, innovation, and initiative. The same tenacity and scrappiness that built Golden Hippo in 2011 still drives our culture to this day. We work hard, have fun, and strive to make a lasting impact on everything we do.
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