New York Life Law Internship- Summer 2027
About The Position
New York Life’s Office of the General Counsel is hiring one first-year law student (1L) for a paid summer internship focused on in-house legal practice. The intern will work in a corporate legal environment alongside experienced attorneys, gaining practical experience on substantive projects and exposure to business and legal decision-making and problem-solving. The role includes training, informal mentorship, opportunities to learn about different legal roles and practice areas through meetings with current and former New York Life attorneys, and participation in internal and external networking events. The internship is based at New York Life’s home office in White Plains, New York, and runs from early June through August 2027. It is an internship-only opportunity; interns should not expect an offer of permanent employment after completion. General housing and transportation assistance will not be provided. The position is hybrid, with three days per week in the office. The successful candidate will bring exceptional academic performance, leadership skills, business sense, initiative, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines. Applicants must provide a cover letter explaining their interest in in-house practice and the role, a resume, and law school transcripts when available. The listed salary is $40.00; the posting does not specify a pay period. The role is nonexempt and is not eligible for a discretionary or sales bonus.
Requirements
- Be a first-year law student (1L).
- Demonstrate exceptional academic performance.
- Demonstrate leadership skills, business sense, and initiative.
- Be able to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
- Submit a cover letter explaining interest in in-house practice and the role, a resume, and law school transcripts when available.
Responsibilities
- Work on substantive projects in a corporate legal department.
- Gain exposure to and participate in high-level business and legal decision-making and problem-solving.
- Receive training and informal mentorship from experienced attorneys.
- Meet with current and former attorneys in different roles to explore career paths and practice areas.
- Participate in internal and external networking events.
Benefits
- Paid internship
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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