Intern, Regulatory Policy Law Clerk

American Bar Association

80d • $15 - $60

About The Position

The American Bankers Association (ABA) is seeking a law student intern for a paid opportunity to work with one of the biggest trade associations in Washington, DC. This internship runs from June 1, 2026, to August 7, 2026, and offers a pay rate of $35/hour for a full-time commitment of 37.5 hours per week. The internship is hybrid, requiring at least 2 days a week in the DC office. Interns will have the chance to conduct substantial work across various divisions, connect with leadership, build a network, and make a difference in the banking industry. Please note that internship positions are not eligible for healthcare insurance coverage.

Requirements

• Law student interested in consumer financial services law and policy, and in regulatory and administrative law.
• Excellent legal writing and research skills.
• Motivated and hardworking, and enthusiastic about ABA's mission to advocate for America's banks.
• Background or study relevant to banking, economics, government, or public policy is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on consumer finance law and regulation to support attorneys developing comment letters and other RCP work product.
• Summarize regulatory proposals, legal opinions, and legislative bills relevant to consumer banking, as directed by RCP attorneys.
• Attend and take notes on internal and external meetings, webinars, congressional hearings, and working groups.
• May be assigned additional projects such as drafting memoranda on an assigned area of law or monitoring and providing updates on emerging issues.

Benefits

• Competitive pay at $35/hour.
• Outstanding benefits package.
• Convenient DC location.
• Professional collegial work environment.
• Opportunity to work on issues of national significance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees