Legal Intern (60-80%) - Semiconductor Sector - 9 months, Saint Gallen

About VAT Group At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high‑performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions: integrity, teamwork, customer centricity and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT.

Location: Haag, St. Gallen, CH

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Purpose of the Role Enable the Legal&Compliance team to operate efficiently in an international industrial environment by supporting contract work, compliance processes, and legal research. The role offers hands‑on involvement in real legal matters within a small team, providing direct exposure to the legal complexities of a global high‑tech manufacturing business.

Key Responsibilities

Review and draft standard commercial agreements.

Support contract redlining, document comparisons, and clarification of contract language.

Conduct legal research in areas such as trade compliance, export controls, and regulatory requirements.

Assist with internal compliance activities, including data privacy and corporate governance.

Prepare routine internal documents such as meeting minutes, templates, and short memos.

Maintain legal databases, contract records, and clause libraries.

Support risk‑related research regarding liability, suppliers, and product‑specific obligations.

Collaborate with internal departments when legal or documentation questions arise.

Assist with day‑to‑day administrative and legal coordination tasks.

Qualifications

Enrollment in a Master’s or PhD program in Law.

Strong analytical and research skills with high attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English.

Structured and reliable working style.

Motivation to take ownership of tasks, willingness to learn quickly, and the ability to proactively contribute in a small, hands‑on Legal team.

Beneficial: experience with AI tools (e.g., Copilot), strong MS Office skills, and basic knowledge of commercial contract or export control topics.

Our commitment to inclusion, fairness and equal opportunities We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available at our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct.

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