INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Legal Intern - Summer 2027

CompanyOld Mission
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 10, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist the legal department with commercial agreements, vendor contracts, and corporate governance filings. They will also conduct legal and regulatory research while supporting ongoing compliance matters for the firm.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$30 - $35
Company Size
284
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Old Mission is a global, multi-asset market maker. We specialize in valuing individual securities and complicated derivatives at the speed of modern markets. Our advanced market-making platform allows us to collaborate seamlessly with the world’s largest exchanges, brokers, and institutional investors, providing them with a trusted partner for efficient risk transfer across a diverse range of securities worldwide.
About the Role

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.

Old Mission does not seek capital from outside investors, allowing us the flexibility to aggressively invest in our team members and keep them engaged in the firm’s growth.

About This Role

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that uses cutting-edge technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across asset classes worldwide, with offices in Chicago, New York, and London.

This 2027 summer internship gives a law student real junior-attorney-level work inside a financial services legal department. You'll work alongside experienced counsel on active matters, get regular feedback, and gain hands-on exposure to the corporate, commercial, and regulatory issues facing a prop trading firm regulated by the SEC, FINRA, CFTC, and FCA.

What You'll Do

  • Review and assist with the firm's commercial agreements and vendor contracts
  • Maintain the firm's contract lifecycle management system
  • Assist with entity formation, foreign qualification, and related corporate governance filings
  • Conduct legal and regulatory research and prepare written summaries
  • Draft corporate documents, agreements, policies, and notices
  • Assist with ongoing regulatory compliance matters
  • Maintain research and regulatory reference materials for the legal team
  • Track and flag relevant industry news and legal or regulatory updates

What We're Looking For

  • Currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited law school, Class of 2028 or 2029, with a strong academic record
  • Law review, journal, or moot court experience is a plus
  • Strong oral and written communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail
  • Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient in MS Office

Nice to Have

  • Strong performance in Contracts and Legal Writing
  • Familiarity with securities, commodities, or financial services regulation
  • Prior internship or clinic experience in a legal or financial services setting

Pay Range

$30–$35/hr., depending on experience, skills, and qualifications relative to role requirements. This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and Illinois state wage and hour law.

Old Mission is not accepting unsolicited resumes from any staffing/search firms. All resumes submitted by staffing/search firms to any employee at Old Mission via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid signed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Old Mission, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Old Mission.

Key Skills
Legal ResearchContract ReviewRegulatory ComplianceCorporate GovernanceDrafting Corporate DocumentsContract Lifecycle ManagementRegulatory ResearchWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention To DetailMS OfficeSecurities RegulationCommodities RegulationFinancial Services Regulation
Categories
LegalFinance & Accounting