Legal Intern, General Counsel

The community you will join:

Airbnb is seeking Legal Interns for our 2026 Summer Intern Program from June 1, 2026 - August 21, 2026.

The Legal team at Airbnb embodies the company’s innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. Airbnb continues to break new ground in matters of policy and law around the world. Where some see obstacles, we see opportunities to find creative and practical solutions. We’re an adventurous, fast-moving group that supports many functions and teams across the company.

We are looking for first-year law students that are excited to learn new skills and take on challenges with integrity and curiosity as they learn about the practical dimensions of practicing law in-house.

The difference you will make:

As an intern, you’ll be integrated into a team where you’ll contribute to challenging projects. Your manager, team, and our incredible employee community will strive to be superhosts to you during the summer. We provide the support, mentorship, fun, and real world experience needed to accelerate your learning and make a real impact on our product, as Airbnb revolutionizes connection, belonging, and travel.

A typical day:

You will work with members of the legal team, including other interns, and folks from across the organization to support a variety of legal functions, which may include: Intellectual Property, Corporate, Commercial, Marketing, Product, Privacy, Payments, Litigation, Regulatory/Policy, Insurance, and Employment. You’ll get exposure to each of these functional areas, dedicated training from subject matter experts, and will have opportunities to work on legal questions for multiple of these teams.

As an intern, you’ll be expected to:

• Collaborate with team members to achieve project milestones
• Complete projects crossing different areas of law, balancing priorities and deadlines, including a final project that you’ll share with the full legal team
• Communicate with the legal team and other stakeholders to provide project updates and share your work
• Proactively seek and provide feedback throughout the internship
• Actively participate in and contribute to the legal and broader Airbnb community, like pro bono efforts

Important Note: Our 2026 Summer Intern Program design is still being finalized as we aim to create meaningful connection and community. As plans evolve, there may be in-person elements hosted at our San Francisco office, and we will share details well in advance if applicable. Additionally, please note that the Legal team is global and frequently works with employees in other time zones. If hired as an intern, you may need to accommodate global teammates from time-to-time, but should expect to primarily be available during Pacific Time business hours.

Your expertise:

This opportunity is for first-year law students (Juris Doctorate) enrolled full-time at a nationally-accredited law school with the following interests and skills:

• Strong interest in learning about in-house legal practice and about multiple practice areas
• Great verbal and written communication skills and interest in honing new communication skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Adaptable and able to adjust plans and manage changes effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills and interest in initiating and building relationships and collaborating with teams within and outside of Legal
• Passion for the Airbnb mission; experience with the platform is a plus!
• Work authorization for employment in the United States is required (CPT/OPT is accepted) - visa sponsorship is unavailable

How to apply:

In addition to your resume, you are required to submit the following in your application:

• A cover letter that answers the following questions:
  • (1) Which Airbnb Core Value(s) most resonates with you?
  • (2) What do you hope to gain from this internship?
  • (3) Why would you be a great addition to the Airbnb Legal team?
• A writing sample that is no more than 3-5 pages long.

Review this guide for resume and application tips and tricks from Airbnb’s Early Career and Emerging Talent team and Legal Team before you submit. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, January 9th at 12pm PST.

Our commitment to inclusion & belonging:

Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: [email protected]. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.

We ask that you only reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.

How we’ll take care of you:

Our job titles may span more than one career or degree level. This role may also be eligible for benefits and Employee Travel Credits.

Currency: USD Pay rate: $48 per hour