Legal Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
The Legal Intern will support the MacArthur Foundation’s Office of the General Counsel during a summer internship running June 8 through August 11, 2027. The Office advises on the Foundation’s day-to-day operations, including grantmaking, investing and impact investing, policy development, governance, and contracting. The intern will gain exposure to legal matters involving tax-exempt and corporate law, intellectual property, anti-terrorist financing, international law, and regulatory issues, as well as the philanthropic sector and organizations supported by the Foundation’s national and international grantmaking programs. The position is based in Chicago, Illinois, and follows a hybrid work arrangement. Interns must work in the office at least two days each week and reside in the Chicagoland area throughout the program. Housing assistance for non-local students may be available and will be discussed during interviews. The internship is paid, with an hourly rate starting at $30. Applicants must be returning to school after the internship and meet the stated law-school enrollment and academic-standing requirements.
Requirements
- At the time of the internship, be enrolled at an accredited U.S. law school through at least Fall 2027.
- Have completed at least one year of law school; two years is preferred.
- Be in good academic standing.
- Be returning to school after the internship.
- Demonstrate a passion for the nonprofit sector and a desire to learn whether a career in tax-exempt organization law may be of interest.
- Be in the Chicagoland area for the duration of the program and attend the office at least two days each week.
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of United States tax law.
- Having completed two years of law school.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Office of the General Counsel with matters relating to its work, including tax-exempt law, corporate law, intellectual property law, anti-terrorist financing laws, international law, and regulatory issues.
- Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, Foundation policies, grant agreements, and other documents.
- Review contracts and interface with Foundation staff.
- Learn about the philanthropic sector and organizations supported by the Foundation’s national and international grantmaking programs.
Benefits
- Paid internship at an hourly rate starting at $30 per hour.
- Housing assistance for non-local students may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
