Summer 2025 Corporate Legal Internship

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

Our interns experience a wide range of opportunities during our 10-week summer internship program.  We are looking for future lawyers who have an interest in corporate law and the financial services industry and bring with them enthusiasm and passion for working in a fast-paced, growth-centric environment.   

Each intern will be paired with a manager, mentor, and executive sponsor for the summer and will present on a summer project at the end of the program. Interns are given opportunities to interact with senior leadership, learn about our various areas of business, and network with peers and staff.  During the internship, you will develop basic business acumen and engage with many aspects of our business.  Our internship program includes professional and personal development training workshops. 

Interested candidates should be currently enrolled in a college or university and seeking a Juris Doctorate degree.  Interns should be planning on attending the fall semester/quarter following the internship. 

• The internship program begins on Tuesday, May 27th and concludes on Friday, August 1st. 
• This is a hybrid internship based in our Greenwood Village, CO office. 
• Hours and schedule will be determined between the intern and manager. 
• This is a paid position. 

What you will do

• This internship will provide exposure to the Legal Team at Empower.
• Intern will immerse themselves into the Legal Department and support tasks and projects for the team. 

What you will bring

• Currently enrolled in law school at a college or university and pursuing Juris Doctorate
• Available for a 10-week internship from May 27th to August 1st  
• Desire to experience an in-person office environment as part of your internship and ability to work in our Greenwood Village, CO office
• Interest in learning what it takes to be successful in business, particularly financial services
• Strong partnership skills with an ability to work collaboratively within a team and develop solid working partnerships with colleagues
• Self-directed and comfortable working independently on an internship project
• Proactively ask questions and seek help in order to successfully achieve goals and objectives while in an autonomous environment
• Approach work with a sense of curiosity
• Work with a customer service mindset and comfortable providing input to achieve goals
• Ability to see the intern project to conclusion

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

Base Salary Range

$42,800.00 - $58,850.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:

03-01-2025

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