Intern Legal Summer 2027

Commerce Bank•Springfield, VT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Commerce's Legal Department is hiring an intern for Summer 2027 to learn more about the in-house legal work we do within Commerce Bank. You will support the Legal team in various project work, research, drafting, and shadowing opportunities across a range of legal topics. You will also have an opportunity to meet other interns through participation in Commerce’s Internship Program. Consider applying if you are interested in learning more about the functions of an in-house legal team in a heavily regulated industry. The summer internship session will begin on Tuesday, May 18, 2027, and will run for 11 weeks, ending on Friday, July 30, 2027. Internships are paid, full-time opportunities with a Monday through Friday work schedule. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Requirements

Ability to conduct thorough and accurate legal research using various resources, including statutes and regulations
Curious by nature
Critical thinker with strong attention to detail
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Strong time management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain adaptable and resilient
Motivated and organized self-starter who can work independently
Inquisitive, agile, and strong team player with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Optimistic outlook with a positive shadow aligned with our culture and Core Values
Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
Currently enrolled law student in accredited degree program
Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Perform legal research and draft memorandum on a wide range of topics, including, banking, information technology, employment, and corporate governance
Review and summarize regulatory updates and guidance
Review department procedures and analyze for process improvements
Develop and implement procedural updates, as necessary
Participate in meetings with CBI Legal and business stakeholders
Review, draft and edit contract and other agreement templates
Review CBI Intellectual Property
Work with supervising attorneys supporting a variety of Bank lines of business
Report regularly on project progress
Capstone project and end of summer presentation with other interns in the Commerce Internship Program
Perform other duties as assigned