About the role#
This Summer 2027 internship provides a law student with junior-attorney-level experience within the legal department of a proprietary trading firm. You will work alongside experienced counsel on active matters, receive regular feedback, and gain exposure to the corporate, commercial, and regulatory issues facing a firm regulated by the SEC, FINRA, CFTC, and FCA.
What you'll do#
- Review and assist with commercial agreements and vendor contracts.
- Maintain the contract lifecycle management system.
- Assist with entity formation, foreign qualification, and corporate governance filings.
- Conduct legal and regulatory research and prepare written summaries.
- Draft corporate documents, agreements, policies, and notices.
- Assist with ongoing regulatory compliance matters.
- Maintain research and regulatory reference materials.
- Track and flag industry news and legal or regulatory updates.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited law school, Class of 2028 or 2029.
- Strong oral and written communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Law review, journal, or moot court experience is a plus.
- Strong performance in Contracts and Legal Writing is preferred.
- Familiarity with securities, commodities, or financial services regulation is helpful.
- Prior internship or clinic experience in a legal or financial services setting is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: $30 to $35 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
About Old Mission
Old Mission is a global market maker focused on multi-asset trading. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in valuing securities and complex derivatives. It operates out of Chicago with additional offices in New York and London. The firm employs approximately 277 people and works with institutional investors and exchanges to facilitate risk transfer.
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