About the role#
The Cboe Legal team is hiring a Legal Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This program is designed to engage you in daily activities that contribute to our legal and corporate goals. You will work directly with Cboe attorneys to support our various business lines and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
What you'll do#
- Assist Cboe attorneys with daily tasks, including contract drafting, licensing, and corporate governance matters.
- Support work related to financial products regulation, such as securities, options, and futures.
- Help prepare and submit documents to the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and other regulators.
- Conduct legal research on topics including equities, digital assets, foreign exchange regulation, market structure, and trading.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a J.D. program at an accredited institution, having completed at least one year of law school.
- Graduation date must be after December 2027.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills alongside analytical and research abilities.
- High level of organization and attention to detail.
- Ability to work as a self-starter and team player in a time-sensitive environment.
- Practical experience with handling confidential documents and information.
- Ability to exercise sound professional judgment.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- The role is based on-site, 5 days per week.
- Locations: Chicago, Illinois; Kansas City, Missouri; or New York City, New York.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Cboe Global Markets
Cboe Global Markets operates an exchange network for derivatives, foreign exchange, digital assets, and securities trading. The company provides financial infrastructure for global markets. It maintains a focus on options, futures, equities, and clearing services. Based in Chicago, the firm employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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