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Legal Counsel roles sit at the intersection of law and business strategy, making them a strong CPT match for J.D. or LLM students whose programs require supervised legal practice. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start, and the work must directly fulfill a curricular requirement tied to your degree program.
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Established in 2015, Create Music Group is a leading music and entertainment company. The company operates as a record label, distribution company, and entertainment network which generates over 15 billion music streams each month on DSP’s. Named #2 on the Inc 5000 Fastest Growth Companies in America in 2020, the company has grown exponentially by leveraging its owned IP with its media and technology platform. The company works with superstar artists, major and independent record labels, and global media brands. It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse, a digital entertainment brand focused on Gen Z, which has more than 300 million followers across social media. Create Music Group is based in Hollywood, CA and has 400 employees worldwide.
JOB SUMMARY
Create Music Group is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Intern to join its M&A Legal Group. This unique internship offers a chance to gain hands-on experience in music-related transactions and corporate legal work. The intern will work directly under the guidance of the VP and the Director of M&A Legal Affairs, contributing to a range of strategic initiatives. The role primarily focuses on acquisitions, intellectual property, and corporate compliance, with a particular emphasis on music catalog acquisitions.
This is a part-time, fully remote internship specifically designed for current graduate students for Fall 2026. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and be available for 15-20 hours per week over a 3-month period.
Responsibilities
- Assisting in the drafting and review of asset purchase agreements, letters of direction, and other related transactional documents.
- Conducting legal research and due diligence on potential acquisition targets.
- Supporting the preparation and submission of copyright registrations with the U.S. Copyright Office.
- Aiding in the management and maintenance of corporate organizational documents and ensuring ongoing compliance (e.g., filings, entity records, debt compliance).
- Reviewing and revising non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with prospective partners and counterparties.
- Organizing and tracking deal documents and legal correspondence.
- Collaborating cross-functionally with finance, operations, and A&R teams on various transaction-related tasks.
- Providing administrative support for ongoing legal projects as assigned by the VP and the Director of M&A Legal Affairs.
- Opportunities to support additional tasks based on the intern’s interest and availability.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess a strong interest in M&A, intellectual property, and the music/media industry.
- Demonstrate excellent legal writing, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.
- Exhibit a detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative mindset.
- Prior experience in transactional, corporate, or entertainment law, including previous internships, is considered a plus.
PROGRAM DETAILS
- Start Date: Fall 2026 Term
- Length: 3-4 months
- Schedule: 10–23 hours per week
FAIR CHANCE POLICY
In accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories. We evaluate candidates based on their qualifications and the nature of the offense in relation to the job for which they are applying.
INTRODUCTION
Established in 2015, Create Music Group is a leading music and entertainment company. The company operates as a record label, distribution company, and entertainment network which generates over 15 billion music streams each month on DSP’s. Named #2 on the Inc 5000 Fastest Growth Companies in America in 2020, the company has grown exponentially by leveraging its owned IP with its media and technology platform. The company works with superstar artists, major and independent record labels, and global media brands. It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse, a digital entertainment brand focused on Gen Z, which has more than 300 million followers across social media. Create Music Group is based in Hollywood, CA and has 400 employees worldwide.
JOB SUMMARY
Create Music Group is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Intern to join its M&A Legal Group. This unique internship offers a chance to gain hands-on experience in music-related transactions and corporate legal work. The intern will work directly under the guidance of the VP and the Director of M&A Legal Affairs, contributing to a range of strategic initiatives. The role primarily focuses on acquisitions, intellectual property, and corporate compliance, with a particular emphasis on music catalog acquisitions.
This is a part-time, fully remote internship specifically designed for current graduate students for Fall 2026. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and be available for 15-20 hours per week over a 3-month period.
Responsibilities
- Assisting in the drafting and review of asset purchase agreements, letters of direction, and other related transactional documents.
- Conducting legal research and due diligence on potential acquisition targets.
- Supporting the preparation and submission of copyright registrations with the U.S. Copyright Office.
- Aiding in the management and maintenance of corporate organizational documents and ensuring ongoing compliance (e.g., filings, entity records, debt compliance).
- Reviewing and revising non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with prospective partners and counterparties.
- Organizing and tracking deal documents and legal correspondence.
- Collaborating cross-functionally with finance, operations, and A&R teams on various transaction-related tasks.
- Providing administrative support for ongoing legal projects as assigned by the VP and the Director of M&A Legal Affairs.
- Opportunities to support additional tasks based on the intern’s interest and availability.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess a strong interest in M&A, intellectual property, and the music/media industry.
- Demonstrate excellent legal writing, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.
- Exhibit a detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative mindset.
- Prior experience in transactional, corporate, or entertainment law, including previous internships, is considered a plus.
PROGRAM DETAILS
- Start Date: Fall 2026 Term
- Length: 3-4 months
- Schedule: 10–23 hours per week
FAIR CHANCE POLICY
In accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories. We evaluate candidates based on their qualifications and the nature of the offense in relation to the job for which they are applying.
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Get Access To All JobsLegal Counsel CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does CPT authorization cover full-time Legal Counsel internships or only part-time?
CPT can be authorized for both part-time (fewer than 20 hours per week) and full-time (20 or more hours per week), but full-time CPT during an academic term can affect your OPT eligibility. Twelve or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, does not affect OPT. Talk to your DSO before accepting a full-time Legal Counsel role mid-semester.
Can I do CPT as a Legal Counsel at a company where I might want to work after graduation?
Yes, and this is one of the strongest reasons to pursue CPT in a legal role. Many in-house legal teams use CPT as a pipeline for future hires. If the employer is willing to sponsor H-1B visa after graduation, your CPT experience counts toward your qualifications. Confirm the employer's sponsorship history before accepting by searching Migrate Mate for their prior F-1 and H-1B visa filing activity.
Does a Legal Counsel CPT role qualify as a specialty occupation for future H-1B purposes?
Legal Counsel roles typically qualify as a specialty occupation under H-1B standards because they require a J.D. or equivalent legal degree for a specific body of work. Your CPT job description and offer letter become evidence in a future H-1B petition. Make sure the role description explicitly ties the legal work to your degree field, not just general business tasks.
What documents does a legal employer typically need from an F-1 CPT student before the start date?
You'll need your I-20 with the CPT authorization endorsed by your DSO, showing the employer name, role, and authorized dates. The employer will also need your passport and visa, and may run an I-9 verification. Some legal departments ask for proof of malpractice coverage if you'll be advising clients, so confirm what the employer's compliance team requires before your start date.
Can I switch employers mid-CPT if a better Legal Counsel opportunity comes up?
CPT authorization is employer-specific. If you want to switch to a different employer, your DSO must revoke the current CPT and issue a new I-20 authorizing the new employer before you start. Working for an unauthorized employer, even briefly, violates your F-1 status. Start the DSO process as soon as you have a firm offer from the new employer, not after you've already resigned.