About the role#
The American Bankers Association is hiring a Legal Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid position based in Washington, DC. You will work with various divisions across the association, connect with leadership, and contribute to legal projects.
What you'll do#
- Prepare trademark and copyright applications and review related licenses.
- Catalog copyright certificates and related materials.
- Conduct legal sufficiency reviews for contracts under $5,000, including master service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and statements of work.
- Provide research and writing support for the ABA legal publication, The Docket.
- Summarize monthly federal, state, and regulatory actions for publication.
- Support policy development by conducting legal research and drafting proposed documents.
- Assist staff with state legislative monitoring efforts.
- Prepare briefings, charts, and white papers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited J.D. program with a 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.
- Knowledge of how the law applies to business projects and strategy.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with customers.
- Technical proficiency with databases, record management, and remote access tools.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Modality: Hybrid, with an expectation to work onsite at least two days per week.
- Duration: June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
- Pay: $35 per hour.
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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