[Hiring] Summer Intern - Legal, Intellectual Property & Biopharmaceutical Development @Insmed Incorporated

Role Description

We’re looking for a Summer Intern - Legal, Intellectual Property & Biopharmaceutical Development on the Legal Team to help us expand what’s possible for patients with serious diseases. The Insmed Summer Internship Program is designed to give you more than just a glimpse into the pharmaceutical industry—it’s a chance to make a real impact. Over the course of the summer, you’ll gain hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful team projects, and learn directly from skilled professionals who are invested in your growth.

Our 2027 Summer Intern program is a full-time (40 hours per week), 12-week, paid internship. The internship may present opportunities for rotational assignments within the function, and the intern will be assigned goals and objectives that will support the strategic business plan of the company.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to support the Legal team's intellectual property strategy and cross-functional legal initiatives across a leading global biopharmaceutical company. You'll also:

• Conduct legal research on intellectual property matters relevant to the biopharmaceutical industry, including patent law developments, patent exclusivity, and emerging legal issues.
• Monitor and summarize relevant court decisions, legislative developments, and USPTO guidance, highlighting potential implications for the company's business.
• Assist in reviewing publicly available patent landscapes, competitor patent portfolios, and industry developments.
• Research FDA regulatory frameworks relevant to intellectual property and product development, including regulatory exclusivities, patent term extensions, and the Hatch-Waxman Act.
• Research legal and contractual considerations associated with research collaborations, confidentiality, licensing, and third-party relationships.
• Explore opportunities to leverage technology, including artificial intelligence, to improve legal research, document management, and operational efficiency.
• Prepare research memoranda, presentations, and other written materials communicating legal issues to both legal and non-legal audiences.

Qualifications

• You are a current student working on a J.D.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and genuine interest in intellectual property, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or healthcare.
• Ability to synthesize complex information and communicate findings clearly and concisely to both legal and non-legal audiences.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive legal and business information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree or coursework in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, engineering, or another scientific discipline (Nice to Have).
• Prior exposure to intellectual property, FDA regulatory law, healthcare law, or corporate law (Nice to Have).
• Familiarity with legal research databases and emerging legal technology tools (Nice to Have).
• Interest in the business and legal aspects of pharmaceutical research and development (Nice to Have).

Benefits

• Paid company holidays.
• Hands-on learning in real-world projects.
• Networking opportunities with leaders and social events with your peers.
• Mentorship and professional development.
• A final presentation to celebrate your contributions.
• Access to office amenities for those who are not remote.

Company Description

At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress.

That commitment has earned us recognition from leading workplace and culture organizations, including Science's Top Employers, Great Place To Work® in the U.S., and Fortune's Best Workplaces in BioPharma.