Legal/HR Intern

What we do-

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's PyroThin products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The Company's Cryogel and Pyrogel products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

What we value-

At Aspen, our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape our interactions, guide our decisions, and inspire us to bring our best. Whether collaborating internally or externally, our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

Aspen's CORE Values

We Do the Right Thing

We are Problem Solvers

We are Allies

We Drive Forward

What you will do-

The Legal/HR Summer Intern (rising 2L) will have responsibility working alongside the Aspen Legal and HR teams, assisting with employment-related, compliance, administrative, and research-focused tasks. This role offers meaningful exposure to employment law, workplace policies, corporate compliance, and day-to-day HR operations within an innovative organization. The intern will support legal and regulatory research, help review and organize documentation, contribute to employee-related programs or initiatives, and assist in ensuring compliance with labor and employment laws. Additional responsibilities may include drafting internal communications, maintaining confidential records, and supporting cross-functional projects related to employment and regulatory compliance.

This position is ideal for a law student entering their second year (2L) who is interested in the intersection of employment law and human resources. It offers hands-on experience with workplace compliance, corporate policies, and collaboration across multiple functions at Aspen. This position is based at Aspen Aerogels, Inc.'s corporate headquarters facility in Northborough, Massachusetts, USA.

How will you do it-

• Embrace Aspen's core values - We do the right thing, We are problem solvers, We are alliesand We drive forward.
• The Legal/HR Summer Intern may be responsible for, but not limited to:
• Summarizing sales contracts
• Assisting in the creation of a sales contracting playbook and scorecard
• Summarize OBBB regulations related to U.S. content and assessing their impact on Aspen
• Assist in redrafting general terms & conditions
• Researching and defining key terms associated with EU, Asian/Chinese, and U.S. warranty obligations
• Preparing communications decks and presentations
• Updating FCPA examples for sales teams
• Supporting updates to non-compete & non-solicitation language
• Updating consulting agreements
• Assist with pre-sale and post-sale diligence for divestment
• Supporting the Employee Engagement Survey - survey administration, communications planning and execution, data analysis and results interpretation
• Assisting with the Employer of Record (EOR) transition project for international employees - reviewing and finalizing employment contracts, facilitating employee transitions, and supporting communications with employees and current EOR/payroll vendors
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management
• Provide support to key HR and Legal projects as assigned

Why you are right for the job-

• Rising 2^ndyear law student (2L) or above, pursuing a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree, in good academic standing, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint; experience in other professional platforms is a plus
• Demonstrated leadership skills (e.g., campus organizations, student government, athletics, resident advisor roles, or significant leadership within work projects)
• Strong presentation and communication skills; must feel comfortable presenting to senior leaders
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with initial direction and guidance

What to expect-

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequently required to stand and/or walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 10 pounds

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Expected Compensation: Between $30.00 and $37.00 USD/hour based on experience. Yearly Bonus eligibility.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to abuttitta@aerogel.com or call and leave a voice message at (508) 466-3111 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information and we will return your message.