Legal Policy & Innovation Intern (Paid, DC)

ABA - American Bankers Association; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 8,266,000; Full time

Job summary

American Bankers Association in Washington, DC, offers a paid internship for JD students. The program runs June 7, 2027 – August 13, 2027, with a 37.5-hour week and onsite work at least two days per week. Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited JD program and plan to return in Fall 2027.

The internship provides exposure to ABA’s policy work across divisions, with opportunities to engage leadership, build a network, and contribute to meaningful projects in a national context.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited J.D. program.
• Strong analytical and writing abilities are required.
• Ability to communicate complex policy issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Create, organize, and maintain public and member-facing resources on ABA policy positions.
• Support the Office of Innovation with research and drafting materials.
• Contribute to ABA policy positions on AI, data sharing/privacy, and digital assets.
• Assist with management of committees and working groups.
• Support strategy execution across ABA.

Skills

Legal research

Policy analysis

Written & oral communication

Team leadership

Public speaking

Education

J.D. program enrollment

Job description

American Bankers Association in Washington, DC, offers a paid internship for JD students. The program runs June 7, 2027 – August 13, 2027, with a 37.5-hour week and onsite work at least two days per week. Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited JD program and plan to return in Fall 2027.

The internship provides exposure to ABA’s policy work across divisions, with opportunities to engage leadership, build a network, and contribute to meaningful projects in a national context.