About the Company
OMA is an international architecture and urbanism practice founded in 1975. With offices in Rotterdam, New York, Hong Kong, and Australia. Over the past four decades, OMA has produced a broad portfolio of projects, employing a team of more than 200 architects, designers, and researchers with a diverse range of experience and expertise. AMO, a research and design studio, often works in parallel with OMA’s clients, enriching architecture with intelligence drawn from a wide range of other disciplines.
About the Role
OMA is currently looking for an intern to join our legal department on a full-time basis. As a Legal/Contracts Department Intern in OMA’s Rotterdam office, you will, under the supervision of OMA’s General Counsel, assist in the preparation and negotiation of client proposals and agreements, and contracts with OMA sub-consultants; and will conduct research and provide advice on a broad range of legal, contractual, and commercial issues, as well as provide general administrative support for the department.
This is a unique opportunity to become part of a dynamic and multicultural team of OMA’s lawyers and contract managers, providing support to OMA’s business on a global scale, administering contracts and resolving commercial disputes across various legal systems worldwide. The successful candidate is expected to start as soon as possible.
Qualifications
- Recent law graduate or currently pursuing a Master's degree in legal studies.
- A keen interest in gaining practical experience in a legal or contract management environment.
- Previous experience working in an international corporate legal department or law firm is a plus.
- Interest in the international architecture, engineering, construction, or real estate development industry is a plus, as well as a focus on intellectual property and/or contract drafting and negotiation.
- Fluency in English (both written and spoken). Fluency in additional language, particularly Mandarin, Arabic, or Japanese, is a plus.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and Outlook. Basic familiarity with Adobe Suite is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of OMA’s senior team members, you will assist with:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and various types of agreements, including confidentiality agreements, publication agreements, licensing agreements, and similar documents.
- Providing legal support for tender submissions, working closely with OMA’s Business Development Department and project managers.
- Conducting research on various legal matters, analyzing legal risks and implications, associated with OMA’s global operations.
- Offering support on matters related to data protection, privacy, and intellectual property rights (including trademarks, tradenames, etc.).
- Ensuring legal compliance in OMA's global projects and industry practices.
- Managing licensing and business registration applications.
- Handling corporate documents housekeeping duties.
What We Offer
- A monthly stipend as part of the compensation package.
- A full-time internship for a period of 6 months.
- Complimentary access to the company canteen, offering fresh and healthy lunch options.
- An excellent opportunity to learn from experienced lawyers and collaborate with accomplished architects and designers, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced, and international environment.
Application Process
Do you recognize yourself in this profile? Please use our online application form to apply and upload:
- A cover letter explaining your motivation for working at OMA; and
- Your CV/resume.
