About Us:
We’re a fast-growing, privately held insurance company on a path to become a leading U.S. retail platform. We believe every client and customer relationship holds the potential to grow into something greater—and the same is true for our people. As we grow, we’re redefining how great talent connects with meaningful work—enabling our ambitious strategy while building a culture of high performance, creativity, and partnership. If you’re a curious and detail-oriented law student who enjoys tackling new legal questions, building practical skills, and collaborating with attorneys in a fast paced, highly regulated environment, this role offers the opportunity to develop foundational in-house legal experience in a collaborative setting.
About the Role:
As the Legal Intern, you will support the Legal Department of a growing life insurance and annuity company by assisting attorneys and legal professionals with research, policy & procedure drafting, regulatory analysis, and other legal projects. This internship is designed for a first-year law student interested in gaining practical in-house legal experience within the insurance and financial services industry.
You will have exposure to a broad range of legal matters, including the insurance regulatory landscape, compliance, and insurance operational issues.
This role provides an opportunity to work directly with attorneys and legal staff while developing an understanding of the legal and regulatory framework governing life insurance and annuity products.
What You'll Do:
Legal Research & Analysis
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on issues related to insurance law, corporate law, and financial services regulation.
- Review and summarize statutes, regulations, regulatory guidance, and case law affecting the life insurance and annuity industry.
Contracts & Legal Documentation
- Assist attorneys with the review, drafting, and organization of contracts, non-disclosure agreements, vendor agreements, and other legal documents.
Regulatory & Compliance Support
- Support state insurance regulatory research and tracking of legislative and regulatory developments.
- Assist with compliance-related projects and internal policy reviews.
Cross-Functional Exposure & Projects
- Attend legal department meetings and collaborate with business stakeholders across the organization.
- Perform other legal and administrative tasks as assigned.
What You Bring:
Required
- Completion of first year (1L) at an accredited law school.
- Strong academic performance.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred
- Interest in insurance, financial services, corporate law, securities, compliance, or regulatory law.
- Familiarity with legal research platforms such as LexisNexis.
Competencies
- Legal Research & Writing: Ability to produce clear, concise legal analysis and synthesize complex information
- Intellectual Curiosity & Learning Agility: Eagerness to learn and engage with new areas of law and the insurance industry
- Attention to Detail & Organization: Ensures accuracy and maintains well structured legal documentation
- Professional Judgment & Integrity: Demonstrates discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive information
- Time Management & Accountability: Effectively manages multiple priorities and meets deadlines
- Collaboration & Communication: Works well with attorneys and business partners; communicates clearly and professionally
Learning Opportunities:During the internship, the student may gain exposure to:
- State insurance regulation and regulatory filings
- Life insurance operations
- Product distribution matters
- Privacy and data protection laws
- Corporate governance
- Contract negotiation and management
- Enterprise compliance and risk management
Duration:
- Summer internship (10–12 weeks)
- Full-time or Part-time (approximately 30-40 hours per week)
Compensation:
Competitive hourly compensation based on experience, education, and market conditions.
At Prosperity, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. We strive for a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you need an adjustment or accommodation due to a disability or medical condition during the hiring process, please let your recruiter know.
