Wealth Management Legal Intern

Northern Trust Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch & Learn

Professional development

Social events

Capstone project

Volunteer events

Mentorship

Enterprise-wide learnings

Job summary

Northern Trust is offering a ten-week internship in Chicago, IL, focused on fiduciary and wealth management topics. You will work with a team to develop skills, participate in program events, and engage in hands-on projects under guidance from leaders.

The program emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities, with a focus on building early-career capabilities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a JD with expected graduation date between Dec 2027 and Summer 2028
• Minimum GPA 3.0
• Interest in fiduciary and wealth management matters
• Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills through coursework, projects, and/or internship experience, with completion of relevant tax/trust & estates classwork preferred
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork through projects and extracurricular involvement

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze trust documents, trust administration activities, legal issues and estate settlement matters
• Assist with work on trust & advisory compliance/risk issues
• Create sales and marketing campaigns to drive new business

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Teamwork

Wealth management interest

Education

JD candidate

Job description

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Please note: Each applicant has the opportunity to apply to a maximum of 3 job postings per recruitment season in North America. Please do not create multiple email addresses to apply to additional opportunities.

WHO YOU ARE

• You are pursuing a law degree (JD) at an accredited college/university with an expected graduate date between December 2027 through Summer 2028
• You have a minimum GPA of 3.0
• You have an interest in and are curious to learn more about fiduciary and wealth management matters
• You have proven analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills through course work, projects, and or previous internship experience, with completion of relevant tax/trust & estates classwork preferred
• You have demonstrated leadership and teamwork through projects and extracurricular involvement

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As an intern at Northern Trust, you will have the opportunity to build relevant skills, work on meaningful projects, and participate in a collaborative program designed to support your early career development. You will work directly with your team on day-to-day tasks while joining internship program events to develop new skills, network with senior leaders, and connect with fellow interns in the program. Through hands‑on experience, meaningful project work, and exposure to a dynamic global business, you will begin to see how your interests can grow into a long‑term career at Northern Trust. A recruiter will work with you to determine the best team placement given your interests, skill set, and relevant experience.

The Program:

• Ten weeks
• Located in Chicago, IL

Program Opportunities:

• Lunch & Learns with Leadership
• Professional development workshops
• Social events
• Intern capstone presentation project
• Intern volunteer event
• Mentorship and networking opportunities
• Ongoing learnings at enterprise-wide level

Sample Projects:

• Review and analyze trust documents, trust administration activities, legal issues and estate settlement matters
• Assist with work on trust & advisory compliance/risk issues
• Create sales and marketing campaigns to drive new business

Sample Career Paths:

• Wealth Management Associate Relationship Advisor in one of a variety of areas including Wealth Advisory, Global Family and Private Investment Office, and more

Salary Range:

Salary is $46.00 USD per hour

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well‑being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa).

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.