Paid and Unpaid Internship Contract Template

So, you’re bringing on an intern—congrats! You’re about to have an eager, fresh-faced go-getter ready to learn from you (or at least help with the things you don’t want to do). But before they dive into projects, let’s talk about the details. Are they getting paid or is this an unpaid gig? What’s the duration? Who owns the brilliant ideas they come up with? And let’s not forget about keeping your trade secrets under wraps.

We’ve crafted two distinct, attorney-drafted templates: one for paid internships and another for unpaid ones. Each template covers essential topics like:

• Internship Term: Clearly define the start and end dates, so there’s no “I thought I was here forever” confusion.
• Purpose: Lay out the goals and learning objectives, ensuring everyone knows what’s in it for them.
• Compensation: Specify payment details (if any), so there’s no awkward “So… about my paycheck” moments.
• Expense Reimbursement: Clarify which expenses you’ll cover, keeping those lunch receipts in check.
• Responsibilities: Outline what tasks they’ll tackle, setting clear expectations from day one.
• Confidentiality: Protect your business secrets with solid confidentiality clauses.
• Intellectual Property: Determine who owns what, especially if your intern comes up with the next big thing.
• Termination: Establish how either party can gracefully exit the arrangement if needed.
• And much more!

With step-by-step written guidance, customizing this contract template to fit your unique business is easy-peasy!