About the role#
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta is hiring a Legal Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid internship based on-site in Atlanta, Georgia. You will gain exposure to the operations of a central bank while supporting our legal department.
What you'll do#
- Support the legal team with matters related to employment law, benefits and healthcare, banking regulation, payments law, and contracts law.
- Conduct legal research using tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis.
- Work independently on assigned projects and collaborate with team members across different time zones.
- Manage documentation and legal information systems.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in law school with at least one year completed and good academic standing.
- A cumulative GPA above 3.0 in an academically rigorous curriculum.
- Completion of at least one prior internship or externship.
- Demonstrated interest in Employment, General Corporate, Banking and Finance, Contracts, or Payments law.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical abilities, and attention to detail.
- Ability to commit to a 40-hour work week for 10 to 12 weeks during the summer.
- Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Successful completion of a background screening, which includes credit and criminal history checks.
Preferred qualifications: Undergraduate degree in Economics and experience with iManage.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
About Federal Reserve System
The Federal Reserve System acts as the central bank of the United States. It manages national monetary policy, supervises banking institutions, and provides financial services to the government. The organization maintains a presence across the country with multiple regional banks. It employs over 10,000 people to support its economic mission.
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