Entry Level Governance Officer Jobs
New grad governance officer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or coursework in compliance, risk, or policy can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Education, with employers like TikTok, RBC, and PGIM hiring at this level now.
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NVIDIA is looking for an attorney to join our Legal team as Legal Counsel, AI Governance, helping to support and drive our AI-related compliance functions. You will help scale NVIDIA’s AI governance program and provide counsel on emerging AI regulation, transparency, and safety requirements. You will report directly to the VP of Trustworthy AI in our Legal Department and work closely with the entire legal team, as well as colleagues in security, research, and product.
Our highly respected legal team provides innovative solutions and practical guidance that help make NVIDIA the world leader in AI and accelerated computing. As AI transforms every industry, from AI factories and frontier models to robotics and autonomous vehicles, we help ensure NVIDIA’s technology is developed and deployed responsibly and in step with a fast-changing legal landscape. You will be asked to continuously learn and develop your legal skills, and you will be responsible for providing legal support on a wide variety of issues. We value partnership, teamwork, and creative thinking.
What you’ll be doing:
- Advising research and product teams on regulatory requirements, transparency obligations, and development standards.
- Helping build and run compliance programs for AI technologies under global and state frameworks.
- Drafting and reviewing NVIDIA’s AI frameworks, transparency reports, and other public disclosures.
What we need to see:
- J.D. degree with a record of strong academic performance.
- 2+ years of relevant legal experience in technology regulation, privacy, data governance, or AI, gained at a law firm, in-house, or in government.
- Working knowledge of AI regulation and a genuine interest in how AI technologies are developed and governed.
- A license to practice law in California and a willingness to work out of our Santa Clara headquarters.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
- In-house experience advising on AI, privacy, or technology regulatory compliance, ideally in the high-tech industry.
- Technical familiarity with machine learning, AI model development, computer systems, or programming. Familiarity with intellectual property, privacy, and cybersecurity topics as they relate to AI.
NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you!
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits .
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.NVIDIA is looking for an attorney to join our Legal team as Legal Counsel, AI Governance, helping to support and drive our AI-related compliance functions. You will help scale NVIDIA’s AI governance program and provide counsel on emerging AI regulation, transparency, and safety requirements. You will report directly to the VP of Trustworthy AI in our Legal Department and work closely with the entire legal team, as well as colleagues in security, research, and product.
Our highly respected legal team provides innovative solutions and practical guidance that help make NVIDIA the world leader in AI and accelerated computing. As AI transforms every industry, from AI factories and frontier models to robotics and autonomous vehicles, we help ensure NVIDIA’s technology is developed and deployed responsibly and in step with a fast-changing legal landscape. You will be asked to continuously learn and develop your legal skills, and you will be responsible for providing legal support on a wide variety of issues. We value partnership, teamwork, and creative thinking.
What you’ll be doing:
- Advising research and product teams on regulatory requirements, transparency obligations, and development standards.
- Helping build and run compliance programs for AI technologies under global and state frameworks.
- Drafting and reviewing NVIDIA’s AI frameworks, transparency reports, and other public disclosures.
What we need to see:
- J.D. degree with a record of strong academic performance.
- 2+ years of relevant legal experience in technology regulation, privacy, data governance, or AI, gained at a law firm, in-house, or in government.
- Working knowledge of AI regulation and a genuine interest in how AI technologies are developed and governed.
- A license to practice law in California and a willingness to work out of our Santa Clara headquarters.
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
- In-house experience advising on AI, privacy, or technology regulatory compliance, ideally in the high-tech industry.
- Technical familiarity with machine learning, AI model development, computer systems, or programming. Familiarity with intellectual property, privacy, and cybersecurity topics as they relate to AI.
NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you!
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits .
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.See All 18 Entry Level Governance Officer Jobs
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Entry Level Governance Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level governance officer job?
Focus on building foundational knowledge in compliance frameworks, risk management, and organizational policy through coursework, internships, or volunteer work with committees or boards. Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can document processes, support audits, and communicate clearly. A certificate in governance, risk, and compliance can give you a concrete edge over other entry level applicants without years of work history.
Which companies hire entry level governance officers?
Companies hiring entry level governance officers right now include TikTok, RBC, and PGIM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a broad mix of employers, including regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, and government contractors that maintain active compliance and governance programs.
Are there remote entry level governance officer jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles remain common at this level given the hands-on nature of governance work. About 25% of entry level governance officer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates with strong written communication skills and familiarity with compliance software are well positioned to compete for those flexible positions.
Are these new grad governance officer jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates with little or no professional experience. A new grad posting typically calls for zero to two years of experience and accepts internships, academic projects, or a portfolio of relevant coursework in lieu of a long work history. Look for language like "recent graduates encouraged to apply" or "entry level considered" as signals of new-grad friendliness.
Which industries hire the most entry level governance officers?
Entry Level governance officer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate under significant regulatory requirements, creating a steady need for junior professionals who can support policy documentation, internal audits, and compliance reporting from day one.