Legal Intern in Schaumburg, Illinois at American Agricultural Insurance Company

Job Description

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.  

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