Legal Corporate Internship - Summer 2027

CVS Health; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CVS Health's Legal Department offers a 10.5-week paid internship for rising 2L or 3L students. You will gain hands-on experience in an in-house legal setting, working on research, memos, contract reviews, and client meetings with counsel.

The program combines in-office onboarding in Hartford, CT with a hybrid schedule that includes remote work and collaboration with senior leaders across business units. Eligible students must be enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school and authorized to work in

Qualifications

• Enrolled in ABA-accredited law school pursuing a JD; 1L or 2L by June 2027.
• Available to work full-time for the duration of the internship program.
• Authorized to work in the United States with sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda and briefs.
• Review and summarize agreements and other legal documents.
• Prepare for and participate in client meetings with in-house counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Memos drafting

Contract review

Communication skills

Education

ABA-accredited law school enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

You've invested a lot of time and energy in your education. Now you want the chance to make your mark. We offer challenging opportunities for you to learn and grow professionally. In our programs, you'll be immersed in a culture of continuous improvement, with the goal of changing health care for the better.

Position Summary:

Bring your heart to CVS Health. Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver enhanced human-centric health care for a rapidly changing world. Anchored in our brand- with heart at its center- our purpose sends a personal message that how we deliver our services is just as important as what we deliver.

As a CVS Health Intern you will participate in:

• Projects that contribute to the success of our business
• Community service activities
• Professional development workshops
• Mentorship and networking opportunities
• Interaction with senior leaders

The Legal Internship experience is a 10.5-week full-time opportunity that starts on May 24th, 2027, and concludes on August 4th, 2027. This is a hybrid position with 3 days (generally Tuesday - Thursday) in one of the following office locations: Parsippany, NJ; Chicago, IL; Hartford, CT; or Woonsocket, RI. The other 2 days each week will be working remotely from home, office, or another location of your choice. Required, in-person onboarding will occur in the Hartford, CT office. Travel arrangements for the intern(s) will be coordinated by the Legal Internship program lead.

While housing and stipends are not provided, interns will have the opportunity to connect with one another before the program begins to coordinate housing if desired.

The pay rate is $27.50/hr with 40 hours/week, no work on July 4th (company holiday), and two days of paid leave.

Sponsorship:

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role. This includes participation in Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), and F-1 Visa programs.

About this business area:

CVS Health's Legal Department is seeking a Summer 2026 rising 2L or 3L intern to support the Legal Department. This is a paid internship, and the program is designed to provide the intern with hands‑on training in a real‑world environment of an in‑house legal department. Assignments will vary and may include research and drafting memos, reviewing agreements and other legal documents, preparing for and attending client meetings with in‑house counsel.

We work closely with our business partners and outside resources, where necessary, to obtain the appropriate resolution of legal matters.

In compliance with our Code of Conduct and our legal and regulatory obligations, we help the company exercise sound judgment and meet its business objectives in a manner that complies with applicable law

You will gain valuable work experience and participate in:

• Projects that contribute to the success of our business
• Working with experienced in‑house lawyers and staff
• Professional development workshops
• Mentorship and networking opportunities
• Interaction with senior leaders in various business units

Examples of past internship projects include:

• Researching statutes, regulations and case law on federal, state and local levels
• Preparing memoranda and presentation materials regarding outcomes of legal research and case summaries
• Benchmarking across peers in our various industries for disclosure, corporate governance, and other legal best practices
• Reviewing and proposing edits to company policies and procedures based on changes in law and benchmarking results|
• Preparing training materials for colleagues
• Presenting legal findings to other members of the legal team

Required Qualifications:

• Meet educational requirements (see Education section below)
• Availability to work full‑time for the duration of the internship program
• Authorized to work in the United States with sponsorship (see above)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Demonstrated legal leadership experience (e.g., active roles in student or social organization activities, community service, or school or work‑related projects)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks until completed
• Must be able to discreetly handle confidential information
• Responsive to requests and strong adherence to deadlines
• Foster collaborative and collegial relationships with others

Education:

Enrolled in an ABA accredited law school pursuing a Juris Doctor degree. Must have completed 1L or 2L by June 2027 and have an expected graduation date between May 2028 and June 2029.

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$27.50 - $27.50

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

This job does not have an application deadline, as CVS Health accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.