Commercial Title Underwriting Graduate Intern (Summer 2027)

First American; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

PTO/paid sick leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

First American’s National Commercial Services Underwriting internship invites graduate and law students to gain hands-on exposure to the title and financial services industry within a corporate setting. You will perform legal research, assist with underwriting analyses, and learn from experienced professionals under managerial guidance.

2L and 3L students will support assignments related to real estate law, including indemnity letters and seminars, while developing professional and interpersonal

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Law School.
• Rising 2L or 3L law student.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interest in Mortgage, Real Estate, Financial Services, Title Insurance, or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research in support of underwriting decisions.
• Analyze real estate law issues, including title, lien, foreclosure, and authority matters.
• Review policy forms, endorsements, and underwriting standards.
• Shadow underwriters on active transactions and approval workflows.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Education

Law School enrollment

Rising 2L/3L law student

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

We Are a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

The National Commercial Services Underwriting intern will participate in a program designed to provide graduate and law students with meaningful exposure to the title and financial services industry while developing professional, technical, and interpersonal skills. Interns will gain hands‑on experience in a corporate environment through meaningful assignments, opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, networking, and other intern‑focused activities, all while working under the guidance of their manager or in‑house counsel. 2L and 3L law students participating in the Underwriting program will support assignments related to real estate law and may work on a variety of projects, including legal research for underwriters, preparing indemnity letters, and attending seminars.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct legal research in support of underwriting decisions
• Analyze real estate law issues, including title, lien, foreclosure, and authority matters
• Review policy forms, endorsements, and underwriting standards
• Participate in underwriting file discussions and risk analysis sessions
• Shadow underwriters on active transactions and approval workflows

What You’ll Gain

• Practical exposure to Real Estate Law in a corporate underwriting setting
• Insight into title insurance policies, endorsements, and coverage analysis
• Experience navigating underwriting systems and legal workflow tools
• Professional development through executive presentations and networking opportunities
• Mentorship from experienced underwriters and in‑house legal professionals
• A foundational understanding of risk management

What You’ll Bring

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• Interest in Mortgage, Real Estate, Financial Services, Title Insurance, or related industries
• Ability to solve problems with attention to detail and sound judgment
• Professional maturity and strong written and verbal communication skills
• A demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Initiative, productivity, and adaptability in a professional environment
• A customer‑focused mindset and commitment to representing the Company professionally

Typical Education

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Law School
• Rising 2L or 3L law student

$30.00 - $34.00 Hourly

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. ** First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer‑imposed criminal history requirements.

What We Offer

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO/paid sick leave
• Employee stock purchase plan

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