Legal Intern

Upbound Field Support Center Rent A Center Texas LP; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Upbound Group, Inc. in Plano, Texas invites applications for the 2027 Summer Internship in Legal & Compliance.

This program offers hands-on experience with public-company legal matters, governance processes, and regulatory compliance while working alongside seasoned attorneys. The internship encompasses litigation support, corporate governance, strategic business initiatives, and employment/compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Juris Doctor (J.D.) program and having completed the first or second year of law school.
• Strong academic performance, GPA 3.2+ preferred.
• Interest in corporate law, compliance, litigation, or related fields.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to draft clear legal documents.
• Proven leadership through academics, internships, or activities.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of legal matters and observe in-house counsel operations.
• Assist with dispute management and coordination with outside counsel.
• Support board and committee governance processes and entity management.
• Provide legal support on new products, partnerships, and projects.
• Assist with employment law matters and compliance programs.
• Contribute to regulatory and government-relations efforts.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership potential

Problem solving

Education

J.D. program enrollment (1st/2nd year)

Job description

Job Description: 2027 Summer Internship: Legal & Compliance

About Upbound Group, Inc: Upbound Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: UPBD), is a technology and data-driven leader in accessible and inclusive financial solutions that address the evolving needs and aspirations of underserved consumers. The Company’s customer-facing operating units include industry-leading brands such as Acima®, Brigit™, and Rent-A-Center® that facilitate consumer transactions across a wide range of store-based and digital channels in the United States, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Upbound Group, Inc. is headquartered in Plano, Texas.

Practice Area Overview

The Legal Intern will gain exposure to the practice of law within a public company legal department. Working alongside experienced attorneys, the intern will support a variety of legal matters, and observe how an in-house team advises the business, manages risk, and supports company operations. The role is intended to provide hands-on experience and practical insight into the work of in-house counsel in a public company environment.

Throughout the internship, potential areas of exposure include:

• Litigation – Assisting with dispute management and coordination with outside counsel.
• Corporate Governance – Supporting board and committee processes and entity management.
• Strategic Business Initiatives – Providing legal support on new products, partnerships, and company projects.
• Employment Law – Supporting workplace policies and employee relations matters.
• Compliance and Government Relations – Supporting compliance programs and regulatory and government relations matters.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Juris Doctor (J.D.) program and having successfully completed the first or second year of law school
• Strong academic performance, with a preferred cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or higher
• Demonstrated interest in corporate law, compliance, litigation, employment law, consumer finance, or other relevant legal disciplines.
• Strong legal research, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear and concise legal documents and correspondence.
• Proven leadership potential through academic achievement, internships, campus involvement, athletics, military service, or extracurricular activities.

Work Location

Ability to work in our corporate headquarters in Plano, Texas throughout the entire ten-week summer intern program.

Compensation

Summer Interns at Upbound Group are paid hourly in accordance with usual payroll procedures. $23.00 per hour

Employment Eligibility

To be eligible for this opportunity, you must be authorized to work in the U.S. Upbound Group does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship for this role, including OPT or CPT.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Upbound Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Upbound Group is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Company Description

Upbound Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: UPBD) is a technology and data-driven leader in accessible and inclusive financial solutions that address the evolving needs and aspirations of underserved customers. The Company’s customer-facing operating units include industry-leading brands such as Acima, Brigit, and Rent-A-Center that facilitate consumer transactions across a wide range of store-based and digital channels, including over 2,300 company branded retail units across the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Upbound Group, Inc. is headquartered in Plano, Texas.