Legal and Operations Internship (Spain)

Engagement type: Internship

Time commitment: Part-time (20 hours/week, flexible)

Location: Barcelona - on site

About Causal Foundry

Causal Foundry is a technology company developing advanced AI and data-driven solutions for health systems, governments, and international organizations. We operate across multiple jurisdictions and collaborate with public institutions, NGOs, academic partners, and private sector clients. As we grow, we require reliable legal support to ensure our contracts, operations, and governance are robust, compliant, and scalable.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Legal Intern to support the company with contract administration, legal research, and corporate and commercial documentation. Working under the guidance of company leadership and external legal counsel where appropriate, the intern will gain hands-on experience with the legal needs of a growing international technology company.

The adecuado candidate is currently studying law in Spain, has an interest in commercial and corporate law, and is eager to develop practical legal skills in a fast-moving, multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Drafting & Review

Assist with drafting reviewing and adapting commercial contracts, including:

- Client and service agreements
- Consultancy and freelance agreements
- NDAs and confidentiality agreements
- Collaboration and partnership agreements
- Data processing and data sharing agreements
- Ensure contracts are aligned with Spanish law and EU regulatory requirements
- Adapt templates to different counterparties and jurisdictions where required

Legal Operations & Support

- Provide ongoing legal support to management on day-to-day legal questions.
- Maintain and update contract templates and standard clauses.
- Track contract status, renewals, and key obligations.
- Support internal processes related to signatures,



archiving, and version control

Corporate & Compliance Support

- Assist with corporate documentation for a Spanish SL, including:
- Board or governance-related materials (supporting role)
- Support compliance with:
- Spanish commercial and corporate law
- GDPR and data protection requirements (contractual perspective)
- Intellectual Property Protection
- Liaise, when necessary, with external legal counsel, notaries, or advisors.

Cross-functional Collaboration

- Work closely with the CEO, operations, finance, and project teams.
- Help translate business needs into clear, practical legal documentation.
- Support grant-funded and publicly financed projects with contract-related inputs when required.

Required Qualifications & Experience

- Currently pursuing a Law degree or masters from Spain (Licenciatura / Grado en Derecho)
- Interest in understanding of Spanish commercial and contract law.
- Familiarity with EU legal frameworks, especially GDPR (contractual level).
- Ability to conduct research and communicate findings clearly
- Strong Spanish and English, Japanese a plus.

Skills & Competencies

- Strong attention to detail.
- Practical, business-oriented mindset.
- Clear written communication in Spanish and English.
- Ability to explain legal concepts to non-lawyers.
- Organized, reliable, and responsive.

What We Offer

- Flexible, part-time internship.
- Practical experience with commercial contracts, corporate matters, and legal operations.
- Mentorship and regular feedback from company leadership and relevant external advisors.
- Exposure to international projects at the intersection of technology, health, and public policy.
- Direct collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- The possibility of a longer-term opportunity following successful completion of the internship.
- Compensation and internship conditions commensurate with experience and applicable requirements.

📌 Legal and Operations Internship (Barcelona)
🏢 Causal Foundry
📍 Barcelona