Intern - Legal

G.E.H.A (Government Employees Health Association, Inc) is a nonprofit member association that provides medical and dental benefits to more than two million federal employees and retirees, military retirees and their families. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

G.E.H.A has one mission: To empower federal workers to be healthy and well.

Offering one of the largest medical and dental benefit provider networks available to federal employees in the United States, G.E.H.A empowers health and wellness by meeting its members where they are, when they need care. We serve our members with products they value and a personalized customer experience, sustained by a nimble and efficient organization. 

G.E.H.A’s internship program is designed to develop a pipeline for potential full-time opportunities; however, conversion to regular employment is not guaranteed and depends on business need, performance, and available headcount.

SKILLS

Program begins June 8, 2026 and will conclude August 14, 2026

The Legal Department has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Intern to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, in-house legal environment. This internship provides a current law student with real-world exposure to legal research, analysis, and support activities related to health law, insurance, and federal contracting.
 

The intern will work alongside attorneys and legal professionals to support the day-to-day operations of the Legal Department and gain insight into the broader Legal and Compliance functions, as well as the organization as a whole. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and interested in developing practical legal experience within a healthcare organization.

Key Duties

• Conduct legal research on a variety of topics, including health law, insurance law, tax matters, and federal contracting

• Assist with drafting and reviewing legal memoranda, summaries, and other legal documents

• Support attorneys with routine legal and administrative tasks related to ongoing matters

• Help organize, track, and maintain legal files and documentation

• Assist with preparation of materials for internal meetings and presentations

• Collaborate with legal team members and cross-functional partners as needed

• Participate in departmental meetings and learning opportunities to gain exposure to in-house legal operations

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school

• 3.0 overall GPA

• Authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

• Demonstrated initiative both independently and within a team environment

• Team-oriented with a positive, professional attitude

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Excellent legal research and writing skills

• Preferred: Coursework or academic focus in health law, insurance law, and/or tax law (particularly tax-exempt entities)

Potential Projects

• Research and summarize legal or regulatory topics relevant to healthcare, insurance, or federal contracting

• Support development of internal reference materials (e.g., issue briefs, FAQs, process guides) for common legal questions

• Assist with organizing and improving templates, trackers, or knowledge management resources used by the Legal Department

• Help prepare summaries and materials for cross-functional collaboration related to legal or compliance initiatives and regulations.

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal and civil background check, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work-at-home requirements

• Must have the ability to provide a non-cellular High Speed Internet Service such as Fiber, DSL, or cable Modems for a home office.
• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 30x5 (30mpbs download x 5mpbs upload) is required.
• Latency (ping) response time lower than 80 ms
• Hotspots, satellite and wireless internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

While this is a remote opportunity, at this time G.E.H.A does not hire employees from U.S. territories or the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, California, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, New York, Connecticut, Vermont, Pennsylvania, Maine.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.  G.E.H.A considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

The hiring range for this position is $43,160 - $54,600 USD. At G.E.H.A, the current maximum salary for this role is $60,840 USD. While initial compensation may vary based on experience and qualifications, there is a path to work toward this top rate through performance and continued growth within the organization.

G.E.H.A is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, military status, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as all other characteristics and qualities protected by federal, state, or local law. G.E.H.A will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our diversity drives innovation deepens connections and strengthens our organization.

G.E.H.A is headquartered in Lee's Summit, Missouri, in the Kansas City area. We recognize the importance of balance and flexibility and offer hybrid and work-from-home options for many of our roles.