About the role#
This summer internship offers law students practical exposure to the title and financial services industry. You will work within the National Commercial Services division, gaining hands-on experience in a corporate underwriting environment. The program focuses on developing your technical and professional skills through direct mentorship from experienced underwriters and in-house legal counsel.
What you'll do#
- Conduct legal research to support underwriting decisions.
- Analyze real estate law issues, including title, lien, foreclosure, and authority matters.
- Review policy forms, endorsements, and underwriting standards.
- Participate in underwriting file discussions and risk analysis sessions.
- Shadow underwriters on active transactions and approval workflows.
- Prepare indemnity letters.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited law school as a rising 2L or 3L student.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong legal research and analytical skills.
- Ability to solve problems with attention to detail and sound judgment.
- Professional maturity and clear written and verbal communication.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
- Initiative, productivity, and adaptability.
- A customer-focused mindset and interest in mortgage, real estate, or title insurance.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- The position is located on-site in Nashville, Tennessee.
- Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About First American
First American provides title, settlement, and risk solutions for real estate transactions. The company offers banking, trust, wealth management, and home warranty products. It serves home buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals across the United States and internationally. Based in Santa Ana, California, the company operates as a public entity with over 10,000 employees.
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