About the role#
The American Bankers Association offers a paid summer internship within the Office of Innovation. This full-time role provides an opportunity to contribute to policy development and legal research within a major trade association. Interns work on issues including artificial intelligence, data privacy, and digital assets.
What you'll do#
- Create, organize, and maintain resources for the public and our members.
- Conduct research and draft materials such as white papers, compliance guides, and FAQs.
- Help develop policy positions on laws and regulations.
- Assist in managing team committees and working groups.
- Coordinate with internal teams to support strategy and alignment.
- Complete other tasks as assigned within the team portfolio.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited J.D. program, with plans to return to law school for the Fall 2027 semester.
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas through writing, speech, and presentations.
- Intellectual curiosity and the initiative to develop insights on emerging policy issues.
- A team-oriented mindset, leadership experience, and attention to detail.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing organizational needs.
- Familiarity with federal legislative and regulatory processes in banking is preferred.
- Experience with web design and information organization is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027).
- Modality: This is a hybrid role with an expectation to work on-site at least two days per week.
- Compensation: $35 per hour.
- Schedule: Full-time at 37.5 hours per week.
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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