Legal Externship – Spring 2026

Mannkind Corporation


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position:
legal Externship – Spring 2026
Location: Burlington, MA
Job Id:
112726
# of Openings:
1
MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming chronic disease care through innovative, patient-centric solutions. Focused on cardiometabolic and orphan lung diseases, we develop and commercialize treatments that address serious unmet medical needs, including diabetes, pulmonary hypertension, and fluid overload in heart failure and chronic kidney disease. With deep expertise in drug-device combinations, MannKind aims to deliver therapies designed to fit seamlessly into daily life.
Are you a motivated law student with a keen interest in the pharmaceutical industry and a desire to gain practical legal experience in a sector that directly impacts patient care, science, and innovation? MannKind Corporation invites you to join our legal team as a Legal Extern. This externship provides an exceptional opportunity for 2L or 3L law students to gain exposure to a broad range of legal practice areas, develop writing skills, and gain exposure to various legal areas relevant to the pharmaceutical sector.
Legal Externship Overview
As a Legal Extern at MannKind, you will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys and gain hands-on experience in a variety of legal areas within the pharmaceutical industry. You will conduct legal research and advise business partners in employment law, commercial, research agreements, corporate matters, regulatory compliance, and other areas as needed. You will work in a fast-paced environment that offers a unique blend of legal and business challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct legal research and analysis in emerging legal areas relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents, including contracts, and agreements.
  • Develop writing skills by preparing legal memoranda, briefs, and other documents for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Update and create new policies and procedures with an opportunity to roll out and implement throughout the organization.
  • Support the legal team in various projects and initiatives, including compliance efforts and risk management activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address legal issues and provide legal guidance as needed.
Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in a Juris Doctor (JD) program and in good academic standing.
  • Completion of at least two years of law school (2L or 3L).
  • Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
  • Interest in the pharmaceutical industry and willingness to learn about legal issues specific to this sector.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
  • Hands-on experience in legal within a dynamic pharmaceutical environment.
  • Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field.
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that have the potential to impact patient care.
  • Competitive compensation package.
Schedule and Location:
  • Full-time commitment (40 hrs.), Monday to Friday
  • Work Location: Hybrid (Burlington, MA)
Duration and Compensation:
  • This is a paid externship position.
  • Duration: January 12 through April 24, 2026 (Spring Term)
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Mannkind Corporation is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding or medical condition related to pregnancy or breastfeeding), age, physical or intellectual disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender stereotyping, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, genetic characteristic or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

 

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