Legal Intern

Schaumburg, IL In person Internship

AmericanAg®, a global provider of diversified reinsurance services, is looking for a Legal Intern to join our Legal team next summer in our office in Schaumburg, Illinois. The internship will run for 12 weeks from June until mid-August.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical legal experience within the reinsurance industry while contributing to a meaningful project. The Legal Intern will support the Legal team with legal research, document review, contract-related matters, and a variety of projects and requests. We are looking for a law student who will have completed their second year of law school before the start of the internship. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong legal research, writing, analytical, and critical-thinking skills, along with an interest in corporate law, contracts, insurance, reinsurance, regulatory matters, or compliance.

The Legal Intern will be responsible for

  • Conducting legal research on laws, regulations, case law, and other legal matters relevant to the company’s operations;
  • Preparing clear and concise legal research summaries, memoranda, and other written materials;
  • Assisting with the review, organization, and analysis of contracts, agreements, corporate records, and other legal documents;
  • Summarizing key contractual provisions, legal requirements, and research findings for the Legal team;
  • Supporting corporate governance, regulatory, compliance, and other legal projects, as assigned;
  • Monitoring assigned projects, deadlines, and deliverables;
  • Maintaining organized and accurate legal files and records;
  • Collaborating professionally with attorneys and internal business partners;
  • Handling confidential, sensitive, and potentially privileged information with appropriate care and discretion; and
  • Completing a meaningful summer project and presenting findings or recommendations at the conclusion of the internship.

What you will bring to this position

  • Currently pursuing a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school;
  • Expected to have successfully completed the second year of law school before the start of the internship;
  • Successful completion of foundational coursework in legal research, legal writing, and contracts;
  • Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and critical-thinking skills;
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work;
  • Ability to review, analyze, and summarize legal and contractual documents;
  • Effective written and oral communication skills;
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a well-organized manner;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word;
  • Interest in corporate law, contracts, insurance, reinsurance, regulatory matters, or compliance; and
  • Previous legal internship, externship, law journal, moot court, or related experience is preferred.

This internship at AmericanAg® offers

  • Hands-on experience supporting an in-house Legal team in matters relating to compliance, corporate, and regulatory functions;
  • Exposure to legal matters affecting the insurance and reinsurance industry;
  • Comprehensive training and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful legal projects;
  • Mentorship and professional development opportunities;
  • Opportunities to collaborate with attorneys and business professionals across the organization;
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment;
  • Competitive pay of $30.00 per hour, based on a 37.5-hour work week; and a one time sign-on bonus of $500.

Who We Are

Since 1948, AmericanAg® has provided reinsurance services that promote the financial strength and success of its clients. We are a direct provider of reinsurance to the Farm Bureau® insurance companies and also participate in assumed U.S. and international reinsurance programs through the broker marketplace. Learn more at aaic.com

Reasons to Consider AmericanAg®

At AmericanAg®, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of highly educated and experienced professionals. We foster a dynamic culture where innovative ideas are championed and brought to life and where employees are appreciated, engaged, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

AmericanAg® participates in E-Verify. Learn more about applicant rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Job description provided by American Farm Bureau Insurance Services.
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