About the role#
The American Bankers Association is hiring a legal intern for the Summer 2027 term. This full-time position offers the chance to work within a major trade association, engage with leadership, and contribute to substantive legal projects across various divisions.
What you'll do#
- Provide intellectual property support by preparing trademark and copyright applications, cataloging certificates, and reviewing software licenses.
- Conduct legal sufficiency reviews for small dollar contracts, statements of work, master service agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
- Support The Docket publication by researching and writing about federal, state, and regulatory actions.
- Assist with policy development through legal research and drafting proposed policies.
- Monitor state legislative and regulatory actions.
- Prepare briefings, charts, and white papers to support team objectives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited J.D. program, with plans to return to law school for the Fall 2027 semester.
- Familiarity with the financial services industry, intellectual property, and general corporate matters.
- Solid skills in contract drafting, negotiation, legal research, and writing.
- Ability to grasp business transactions quickly, solve problems, and work cooperatively with others.
- Proficiency with databases, record management systems, and remote access technology.
- Strong communication skills and an understanding of how the law applies to business strategy.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Washington, DC.
- The work modality is hybrid, with an expectation to work onsite at least two days per week.
- This is a paid, full-time internship (37.5 hours per week) running from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
About American Bankers Association
The American Bankers Association is a trade association for the banking industry. It represents community, regional, and money center banks alongside trust companies and savings associations. Founded in 1875, the organization is based in Washington, D.C. It employs between 201 and 500 people. The association provides training, advocacy, and professional certifications to its members.
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