Summer 2027 Internship Program – Legal Intern

Justia, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow Jones is offering a 10-week Summer 2027 Legal Intern program in New York, NY, with full-time in-office duties during the Amer internship dates. This hybrid setup is based in our NYC office, and interns will gain hands-on exposure to commercial transactions, advertising, labor and employment, and privacy/compliance matters, with mentoring and professional development.

Interns will research, draft and review contracts, draft memoranda, work on special projects for the legal department, and may

Qualifications

• One or two years of law school completed (are a first or second-year law student).
• Superb interpersonal, presentation and written skills.
• Ability to prioritize, manage and execute tasks, while following critical project timelines.
• A demonstrated interest in commercial transactional law in the advertising and media space.

Responsibilities

• Research
• Draft and review commercial contracts
• Draft memoranda
• Work on special projects for the legal department
• Have opportunities to attend client meetings and negotiations

Skills

Research

Contract drafting

Communication

Task prioritization

Education

Law school (1–2 years completed)

Job description

Job Description:

Summer 2027 Internship - Legal Intern

Application Deadline: November 13, 2026. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible, as internship applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

AMER Internship Dates: June 7, 2027 - August 13, 2027 (You must be available to work full-time, in-office during this period.)

About Our Internship Program: Dow Jones Internship Program is a 10-week summer experience designed to give students real exposure to how a global news and business information company operates. Our interns work on meaningful projects alongside our teams, gaining hands-on skills that make an impact on the business. We believe the best way to learn is by doing - that's why you'll be paired with a mentor, connected with senior leaders, and included in professional development sessions. You'll also join a diverse global intern community, sharing experiences and building networks that last beyond the program. Our goal is to provide a supportive, engaging, and fun environment where your work feels valued and your growth comes first. Check out our Dow Jones Internship Program page to learn more and hear directly from past interns about their journeys. At Dow Jones, you'll have the chance to start your career in an environment where collaboration, trust, and impact come first.

About the Role

Dow Jones & Company is looking for a legal intern to join our NYC team. You will join Dow Jones' legal department full-time for ten weeks in the summer of 2026. You will work with lawyers in the department on commercial transactions, including advertising, and labor and employment, privacy and compliance matters. You will report to the Assistant General Counsel. This role is a hybrid, based in our New York, NY office.

You Will

• Research
• Draft and review commercial contracts
• Draft memoranda
• Work on special projects for the legal department
• Have opportunities to attend client meetings and negotiations

You Have

• One or two years of law school completed (are a first or second-year law student)
• Superb interpersonal, presentation and written skills
• Ability to prioritize, manage and execute tasks, while following critical project timelines
• A demonstrated interest in commercial transactional law in the advertising and media space

Interested students should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript with their application.

To help us evaluate applications efficiently and match your skills to our team's needs, we utilize AI-assisted tools during our screening phases. Final hiring decisions are always made by human recruiters and hiring managers.

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Business Area:

Dow Jones - Legal

Job Category:

Administration, Facilities & Secretarial

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Base Pay Range: $28.00 - $28.00

We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

• For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.
• For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.