Legal Department Summer Intern

Launch Your Legal Career at Rockland Trust

Make an Impact.

Build Your Network.

Experience Corporate Law in Action.

Looking for more than just a summer internship? At Rockland Trust, you'll gain hands-on experience, tackle meaningful work, and collaborate with talented professionals across the Bank.

As a valued member of the team, you'll contribute to real legal and business initiatives, build professional skills, expand your network, and gain exposure to the dynamic world of corporate and banking law.

Our interns don't sit on the sidelines.

You'll work alongside experienced attorneys, collaborate with fellow interns on a summer-long project, and see firsthand how legal advice supports business growth, innovation, and risk management.

Summer Legal Intern, Legal Department

The Legal Department is seeking a second-year law student (2L) for our Summer Internship Program.

This opportunity is ideal for students interested in pursuing an in-house legal career or a career in corporate law, banking law, or financial services and looking to apply classroom learning to real-world legal challenges.

What You'll Do


* Partner with attorneys to support a variety of ongoing legal matters.


* Conduct legal research and analysis on a broad range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory requirements to support business objectives, strategic initiatives, and risk management efforts.


* Review and assist in negotiating commercial contracts under attorney supervision.


* Assist with corporate governance matters, including the preparation and maintenance of corporate records and board materials.


* Assist with due diligence activities related to vendor management, strategic projects, and other business initiatives.


* Help maintain legal forms, templates, policies, and procedures.


* Collaborate with fellow interns on a summer project, presenting insights and recommendations to leaders at the conclusion of the program.

 

What We're Looking For

We're seeking students who are intellectually curious, motivated, and excited to learn in a fast-paced professional environment.

Qualifications:


* Personal integrity, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.


* Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn.


* Strong judgment and professionalism.


* Relationship-building and collaboration skills.


* 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.


* Currently enrolled in an accredited Juris Doctor (J.D.) program with strong academic performance.


* Coursework in corporate law, banking law, or securities law preferred but not required.


* Availability to work a regular 8:30 a.m.

- 5:30 p.m.

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