TMCF Leadership Institute - Washington D.C. Legal Internship - Summer 2026

Verizon Communications • Washington, DC

101d • $36 • Remote

About The Position

This posting is for students attending the 2025 Thurgood Marshall College Fund Conference event in Washington D.C. Candidates interested in opportunities who are not attending the 2025 Thurgood Marshall College Fund Conference event should search and apply to other roles here: www.verizon.com/campus. From internships and co-ops to leadership development programs and entry-level roles, becoming part of Verizon's award-winning Campus program is a great step toward shaping your future. Join a program that's been recognized with awards such as WayUp's Top 100 Internship Programs, and RippleMatch's Campus Forward Award. Why the accolades? It's easy: we immerse you in meaningful experiences and projects that deliver tangible business impact. Working with us, you'll have the opportunity to network with V Teamers across the globe, find mentors, and establish meaningful relationships to last a lifetime. When you join the V Team, our network becomes even stronger. #VTeamLife As an Intern with Verizon's Legal Internship Forward Track Program (VZ LIFT) for 1Ls, you'll be working with some of the best attorneys in the legal field. This program introduces interns to the complex nature of in-house legal practice at Verizon. Right from the start you'll contribute to meaningful projects in our in-house legal department and will be exposed to a variety of work assignments from different practice areas. Additionally, you will be able to participate in many different kinds of learning experiences (such as executive sessions with legal and business leaders in the company, legal training workshops, practice area meetings, and collaborations with some of our partner law firms). What you learn during this internship will help you grow professionally and personally. After the internship is successfully completed, you'll become part of our Intern Alumni Network, with the opportunity to remain connected with your assigned mentor, exposure to top law firms, and inclusion in our annual alumni events. You'll join us for the Intern Marquee event, a unique experience designed exclusively for all US interns. It's your chance to sharpen your professional development skills, build your connections through structured networking, and be inspired by our top executive speakers.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Juris Doctor law degree program and in good academic standing.
• Attended Thurgood Marshall College Fund Conference event on October 1-4, 2025.
• Ability to participate in a hybrid 10-week internship from June 2026 to August 2026 working a full-time schedule.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Current enrollment as a first-year student in a full-time Juris Doctor law degree program with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.
• Willingness to work in-person and virtually, and to attend company events.
• Willingness and ability to travel for the Intern Marquee event.
• Willingness to work in Washington D.C.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Demonstrated strong verbal, written, communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated independent thinking, relationship management, and attention to detail.
• Analytical and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to meaningful projects in the in-house legal department.
• Participate in various learning experiences such as executive sessions, legal training workshops, and practice area meetings.
• Collaborate with partner law firms.

Benefits

• 401(k) Savings Plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match on the first 6% of contributions.
• Holiday pay, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Telecommunications
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree