Graduate Intern: Real Estate Title Underwriting

First American; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from underwriters

Professional development

Job summary

First American invites law students (2L/3L) to join its National Commercial Services underwriting internship. You will gain hands-on exposure to title insurance, mortgage and real estate transactions, with mentorship from experienced underwriters and in-house counsel.

This program emphasizes practical legal research, risk analysis, and professional development within a corporate setting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited law program with 2L or 3L status.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Interest in Mortgage, Real Estate, Financial Services, Title Insurance, or related industries.
• Attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; professional integrity.

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.
• Participate in underwriting file discussions and risk analysis sessions.
• Shadow underwriters on active transactions and approval workflows.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Legal research

Analytical skills

Real estate interest

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Ethics & integrity

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Law student (2L/3L)

Job description

First American invites law students (2L/3L) to join its National Commercial Services underwriting internship. You will gain hands-on exposure to title insurance, mortgage and real estate transactions, with mentorship from experienced underwriters and in-house counsel.

This program emphasizes practical legal research, risk analysis, and professional development within a corporate setting.