Legal Intern
About The Position
Rockland Trust is seeking a second-year law student (2L) for a summer internship in the Commercial Bank Corporate Legal Department. The internship is suited to students interested in in-house legal work, corporate law, banking law, or financial services, and offers the opportunity to apply classroom learning to real-world legal and business matters. Interns work alongside experienced attorneys, contribute to ongoing legal and business initiatives, and collaborate with fellow interns on a summer-long project, presenting insights and recommendations to leaders at the end of the program. The role follows a regular 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. schedule and requires a hybrid work arrangement based in Rockland, Massachusetts. Rockland Trust describes its workplace as supportive, inclusive, and respectful, with an emphasis on professional development and meaningful work.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Juris Doctor (J.D.) program with strong academic performance.
- Completed the second year of law school; 2L students are preferred.
- Personal integrity, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information professionally.
- Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn.
- Strong judgment and professionalism.
- Relationship-building and collaboration skills, with a team-first mindset.
- Exceptional drive and work ethic.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong research and analytical abilities.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Availability to work a regular 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. schedule throughout the internship.
- Ability to work a hybrid schedule based in Rockland, Massachusetts.
Nice To Haves
- Coursework in corporate law, banking law, or securities law.
Responsibilities
- Partner with attorneys to support ongoing legal matters.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on corporate, commercial, and regulatory requirements to support business objectives, strategic initiatives, and risk management.
- Review and assist in negotiating commercial contracts under attorney supervision.
- Assist with corporate governance matters, including preparing and maintaining corporate records and board materials.
- Assist with due diligence for vendor management, strategic projects, and other business initiatives.
- Help maintain legal forms, templates, policies, and procedures.
- Collaborate with fellow interns on a summer project and present insights and recommendations to leaders at the conclusion of the program.
Benefits
- Professional development and experience intended to help launch a legal career.
- Opportunity to build professional relationships and expand a network.
- Supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
