Unpaid Internship Agreement Template Word

UNPAID INTERNSHIP AGREEMENT

This Unpaid Internship Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of this [Day] day of [Month], [Year] (the "Effective Date"), by and between [Company Name], a [State/Country] corporation with its principal place of business at [Address] ("Company"), and [Intern Name], an individual residing at [Address] ("Intern").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Company provides professional training and development opportunities within the [Industry Name] industry;

WHEREAS, the Intern desires to acquire practical knowledge and experience through an unpaid educational internship;

WHEREAS, the parties intend for this arrangement to be primarily educational and for the benefit of the Intern, complying with applicable labor laws and the criteria set forth by the [Relevant Regulatory Body, e.g., U.S. Department of Labor] regarding unpaid internships;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. OPERATIONAL DEFINITIONS

1.1 "Academic Credit" shall mean the formal recognition of the internship by the Intern’s educational institution. 1.2 "Confidential Information" shall mean all non-public, proprietary, or sensitive information disclosed by the Company to the Intern, including but not limited to trade secrets, client lists, software, and operational procedures. 1.3 "Internship Period" shall mean the term beginning on [Start Date] and concluding on [End Date]. 1.4 "Supervisor" shall mean the individual assigned by the Company to oversee the Intern’s educational progress.

2. SUBSTANTIVE TERMS AND OBLIGATIONS

2.1 Educational Purpose. The Company shall provide the Intern with a structured learning experience that emphasizes mentorship and skill acquisition. The Intern acknowledges that this position is unpaid and does not constitute an employment relationship. 2.2 Intern Duties. The Intern shall assist in [Department/Function] under the guidance of the Supervisor. Duties shall be primarily educational and supplemental to the Company's existing operations. 2.3 Time Commitment. The Intern agrees to commit approximately [Number] hours per week. This schedule is flexible and shall be secondary to the Intern’s academic obligations. 2.4 Performance Standards. While the position is unpaid, the Intern agrees to adhere to the Company’s code of conduct, safety policies, and professionalism standards. 2.5 No Compensation/Benefits. The Intern shall receive no monetary compensation, health insurance, or other employment benefits. The Intern is not entitled to promise of future employment upon completion of the Internship Period.

3. DEFAULT, TERMINATION, AND REMEDIES

3.1 Termination for Convenience. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon [Number] days' written notice to the other party. 3.2 Termination for Cause. The Company may terminate this Agreement immediately upon a material breach by the Intern, including but not limited to the breach of confidentiality or theft. 3.3 Cure Period. For any non-material breach of the terms herein, the breaching party shall have a period of 30 business days from the receipt of written notice to cure said default. 3.4 Remedies. In the event of a breach of Confidentiality (Clause 2.2), the Company shall be entitled to seek injunctive relief in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity, as monetary damages may be insufficient.

4. BOILERPLATE LEGAL PROVISIONS

4.1 Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. 4.2 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior discussions, agreements, or understandings of any kind. 4.3 Force Majeure. Neither party shall be liable for failure to perform its obligations if such failure results from a cause beyond its reasonable control, including acts of God, war, or governmental regulation. 4.4 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction]. 4.5 Dispute Resolution. Any dispute arising out of this Agreement shall be submitted to binding arbitration in [City, State] under the rules of the [Arbitration Association]. The prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney’s fees.

5. FORMAL EXECUTION

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.

COMPANY: [Company Name]

By: ___________________________ Name: [Signatory Name] Title: [Signatory Title] Date: [Date]

INTERN:

By: ___________________________ Name: [Intern Name] Date: [Date]