2026 Guardian Summer Intern, Law
Our 2026 Law Internship Program is a paid 10-week learning experience where you will be immersed in the daily environment of a multi-disciplined Law Department of a thriving global financial services company. You will gain invaluable industry and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments, in addition to engaging in projects that directly affect our business, interact with senior leaders in conversational settings, and network with employees and interns across our offices. This 10-week internship provides you with realistic experiences and information of what it is like to work in-house at Guardian.
Internship Dates:
The internship program will run from Thursday, May 28, 2026 - Friday, August 7, 2026.
The application window will close on Sunday, February 22nd, 2026, at 11:59PM ET.
You are:
A rising second year (2L) or third year (3L) Law student who is fueled by collaboration, able to listen and make quick decisions and thrive in a goal-oriented environment.
Location (housing is not provided):
- New York, NY
You have:
- Intellectual curiosity and an optimistic approach to learning new things and tackling analytical challenges
- A demonstrated ability to work efficiently, meet deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced Law Department environment
- Strong legal research skills and written and verbal communication skills
- Leadership skills through extracurricular and other professional endeavors
- A willingness to receive integrated on-the-job training and feedback
You will:
- Have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing, collaborative work of our multi-disciplinary team, which consists of, among other practice areas: Insurance Product Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Corporate Investments and Transactions, Litigation, Compliance, Employment Law, Data Privacy/Security and Intellectual Property Law, and Government Relations.
- Support in-house legal team and organizational colleagues on a variety of projects and administrative duties, including researching legal matters and preparing memoranda and other written analysis.
- Participate in ongoing learning opportunities, including mentorship, corporate training sessions, one-on-one review of work product, and continuous business exposure.
We offer:
- Meaningful and challenging work opportunities to accelerate innovation in a secure and compliant way
- Dynamic, modern work environments that promote collaboration and creativity to develop and empower talent
- Employee Resource Groups that advocate for inclusion and diversity in all that we do
- Social responsibility in all aspects of our work. We volunteer within our local communities, create educational alliances with colleges, drive a variety of initiatives in sustainability
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization. F-1 visa holders with Optional Practical Training (OPT) who will require H-1B status, TNs, or current H-1B visa holders will not be considered. H1-B and green card sponsorship are not available for this position.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please feel free to email [email protected].
Salary Range:
$20.00 - $35.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.
Our Promise
At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.
Inspire Well-Being
As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Accommodations
Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.
Visa Sponsorship
Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.
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What We Do
Who we are Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence. Today, we stand behind 29 million consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss. As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues and are building a progressive, innovative and inclusive culture. We uplift individuals and communities through thoughtful social and environmental programs. What we stand for In 1860, a community of immigrants joined together to insure and protect their businesses and families. They were guided by powerful ideals that we’ve continued to stand behind and evolved throughout the years: we do the right thing, we believe people count, we courageously shape the future together, and we go above and beyond for the people we serve. Guardian employees embrace and live by these values every day. They remind us to put people at the heart of all we do so that we can help protect what matters most to you. Want to help bring these values to life? Join us for a rewarding career and the opportunity to shape the future. Disclosures: Financial information concerning Guardian as of December 31, 2022, on a statutory basis: Admitted assets = $76.0 billion; liabilities = $67.2 billion (including $55.0 billion of reserves); and surplus = $8.8 billion. Dividends are not guaranteed. They are declared annually by Guardian’s Board of Directors. Guardian® is a registered trademark of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. © Copyright 2023 The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America 2023-156184 Exp. 5/25








