Summer 2027 Intern - Law - Fort Lauderdale, FL CLC

State Farm; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Leave

Military Leave

401K Savings Plan

Mutual Funds

Commuter Benefits

Wellness programs

US Discount program

Good Neighbor Grant program

Matching Gift program

Employee Assistance Fund

Company Holidays

Job summary

State Farm seeks Summer 2027 Interns for its Fort Lauderdale, FL office as part of the Claims Litigation Counsel team. Interns will work with attorneys on assigned projects, attend case events, and observe every phase of the litigation process.

The program runs June 2, 2027, to August 11, 2027, in a hybrid office/home setup. Interns gain real-world civil litigation experience, benefit from mentorship, and participate in a dynamic practice spanning Palm Beach and Broward counties.

Qualifications

• 2L students enrolled in an ABA accredited law school.
• Strong research skills including familiarity with Lexis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Summer interns work with attorneys on assigned projects, attend case events, and observe every phase of the litigation process.
• Mentoring throughout the summer helps interns develop real-world civil litigation skills.
• Hybrid environment with required presence in the office as well as some time working from home.

Skills

Research skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Lexis familiarity

Education

2L ABA law student

Job description

Overview

Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.

Grow Your Skills, Grow Your Potential

Responsibilities

Nicholas J. Ryan & Associates, in-house counsel for State Farm, announces the Summer 2027 Intern Program for the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Claims Litigation Counsel office. Claims Litigation Counsel attorneys defend State Farm and its customers who have been sued. Summer interns work with attorneys on assigned projects, attend case events, and observe every phase of the litigation process. They benefit from mentoring throughout the summer, gain a balanced and realistic understanding of the function of Claims Litigation Counsel, and develop real-world civil litigation skills. This full-time internship runs from Wednesday, June 2, 2027, through Wednesday, August 11, 2027. We work in a hybrid environment with required presence in the office as well as some time working from home. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs.

Located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, we enjoy an active civil trial practice throughout Palm Beach and Broward Counties. We provide a congenial and team-oriented professional work environment with skilled support staff.

Qualifications

• 2L students enrolled in an ABA accredited law school. Interns must remain enrolled for the duration of the internship.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Strong research skills including familiarity with Lexis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Internship Details

• Summer Internship Dates: 6/2/27 - 8/11/2027
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 38.75 hours per week
  • Due to the short duration of the summer program, it is an expectation that hired interns will be available for the duration of the summer internship with little to no disruption in work schedule.
• Pay: $33/hour. In addition, interns selected for our summer internship program will be eligible for a $2,000 stipend!
• Work Arrangement: HYBRID - Selected interns should plan to spend time working in the office as well as some time working from home. Please note that relocation benefits will not apply.
• Office Location: 900 S. Pine Island Road, Plantation, FL 33324

***Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity.***

Our Benefits

We are excited to offer our interns a tailored set of benefits with a range of valuable perks to help support you during your time with us!

Time Off

• 40 hours of Life Leave
• Military Leave

Financial Benefits

• 401(K) Savings Plan (Eligible at age 18)
• Mutual Funds (Eligible at age 18)
• Commuter Benefits

Miscellaneous Benefits

• Wellness programs
• US Discount program
• Good Neighbor Grant program
• Matching Gift program
• Employee Assistance Fund
• Company Holidays