About the role#
As a Compliance Intern, you will work with our Compliance department on issues within the cybersecurity industry. You will explore topics including sanctions and export controls, anti-bribery and corruption, antitrust, third party due diligence, and whistleblower laws. You will support the department through research projects and compliance audits.
What you'll do#
- Shadow attorneys in legal and business matters, including counseling business clients.
- Assist with compliance matters such as anti-money laundering and anti-bribery.
- Research developing compliance case law and regulations to understand their impact on the company.
- Participate in compliance audits, investigations, and risk assessments.
- Support the improvement of standard form agreements and internal legal processes.
- Assist with due diligence for M&A and other strategic transactions.
- Research new technology and legal industry techniques to improve department systems.
- Observe inter-departmental meetings with teams like Sales and Marketing.
- Research subject matters affecting the company and its global affiliates.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a 2L student in an ABA law school.
- Excellent academic credentials, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (top 25% of class preferred).
- Research experience using Westlaw or PLI.
- Proficiency in Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides.
- Ability to use legal research software platforms.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, think independently, and develop creative solutions.
- A professional, courteous, and tactful approach when working with partners and coworkers.
- Compliance or in-house experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, remote internship.
- The program runs from May 24, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
- This position is open to students currently enrolled in a Juris Doctor program.
About KnowBe4
KnowBe4 provides security training and attack simulation for organizations. It focuses on human risk management and digital workforce security for both people and AI agents. The company operates from its headquarters in Clearwater, Florida. It employs over 2,600 people and serves more than 70,000 organizations.
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