Position and Duties
Describe tasks, learning objectives, work schedule, and reporting structure so expectations are aligned and measurable during the internship.
A clear Internship Agreement reduces legal risk, documents expectations, and protects confidential information. It helps establish whether the role meets exemption criteria for unpaid internships under FLSA guidance and provides a record for HR, payroll, and compliance purposes.
Organizations and interns complete the form together so both parties acknowledge terms before work begins.
HR, hiring managers, legal counsel, and the intern should retain a signed copy for their records.
Describe tasks, learning objectives, work schedule, and reporting structure so expectations are aligned and measurable during the internship.
Specify whether the internship is paid or unpaid, the rate or stipend, payment schedule, and any reimbursable expenses the employer will cover.
Include nondisclosure language protecting trade secrets and client data, and specify duration of confidentiality obligations after the internship ends.
State whether work product is assigned to the employer and include clear IP assignment or work-for-hire language where applicable.
Outline grounds for termination, notice requirements, and final pay procedures to prevent confusion at separation.
Address background checks, I-9 and eligibility verification, workplace safety training, and any industry-specific compliance obligations.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Start Date Field | Required; MM/DD/YYYY format |
| Signature Block | Signature + date for each party |
| Approval Step | HR approval before final signature |
| Copy Distribution | Auto-send PDF to HR and intern |
Ensure the chosen configuration captures an audit trail, stores a tamper-evident record, and meets any applicable compliance requirements.
Typically within 7 days of offer issuance
Agreed MM/DD/YYYY; governs I-9 timing
Complete within 3 business days of hire (8 CFR §274a.2)
Provide W-9 or tax info before or at first payment
Obtain consent and results before placement when required
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No envelope cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |