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Legal Intern

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Travelers

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Legal
  • Hartford

AI generated summary

  • You must be currently attending an accredited law school to qualify for this position.
  • You will conduct legal research, draft briefs and motions, observe court proceedings, and collaborate with attorneys on various insurance-related legal matters during the internship.

Requirements

  • Currently attending an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

  • The Legal Summer Intern will be provided meaningful experiences with and exposure to seasoned attorneys in order to conduct legal research, draft briefs and motions, and observe proceedings in various courts.
  • Travelers’ Legal Summer Interns become a part of an extensive network of attorneys from a variety of backgrounds and past work experiences.
  • Business Insurance – Legal Services provides advice and counsel to Travelers’ Business Insurance division including all aspects of operations, underwriting, regulatory compliance and distribution.
  • The attorneys in this group handle a variety of legal issues associated with commercial insurance such as compliance with laws and regulations, product development, agent and broker negotiations and contracts, contractual risk transfer, insurance program agreements, underwriting issues, privacy, surplus lines and excess casualty insurance, as well as the impact of evolving concepts such as the sharing economy.
  • In Business Insurance – Legal Services, we strive to be strategic partners with our internal clients, working together to fulfill the Travelers Promise.
  • Corporate Legal attorneys provide legal advice and support to the Company in a wide variety of areas, including litigation, contracts & technology, corporate transactions, intellectual property and investments.
  • The Corporate Litigation team within Corporate Legal manages non-claim litigation, shareholder and securities litigation, class action litigation relating to the Company’s business practices, litigation concerning the Company’s real estate and investments, representation of the Company in customer bankruptcy proceedings and agency disputes.
  • Claim Legal attorneys provide an array of services to their claim clients, including analysis of first and third-party coverage issues, litigation of coverage disputes and/or other claims against the Company, preparing employees and experts for examinations under oath, training, drafting and review of policy language, and assistance with regulatory and compliance matters.
  • Bond & Specialty Insurance Claim Litigation attorneys provide legal counsel to B&SI Claim management and claim professionals with respect to claims under B&SI products.
  • B&SI products include Construction and Commercial Surety Bonds as well as various lines of specialty insurance, including Directors and Officers Liability, Employment Practices Liability, Errors and Omissions Liability, Cyber, and Crime.
  • The B&SI Claim Litigation unit partners with its Claim colleagues to manage major litigation, including coverage litigation and bad faith litigation, as well as provides insurance coverage and general legal advice to its Claim colleagues.
  • This is a temporary summer internship position that begins on June 3, 2025 and runs through August 8, 2025 which can provide valuable hands-on exposure to a law school student seeking a professional and challenging experience.
  • Interns will be paid an hourly rate based on year of school with an intended 40 hour work week.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Legal Intern position?

The Legal Intern position is a temporary summer internship that begins on June 3, 2025, and runs through August 8, 2025.

What is the hourly salary range for this internship?

The hourly salary range for this internship is $35.00 to $36.00.

Are there multiple openings for this internship?

Yes, there are 6 target openings for this internship.

What types of legal work will interns be involved in?

Interns will conduct legal research, draft briefs and motions, and observe proceedings in various courts.

What qualifications are required for the Legal Intern position?

Candidates must be currently attending an accredited law school.

Is this position in-person or remote?

The job description does not specify remote work arrangements; it is likely an in-person internship.

Will interns receive training during their time with Travelers?

Yes, interns will have exposure to seasoned attorneys and will receive hands-on experiences in a legal environment.

Does Travelers offer benefits for interns?

The job description does not specify benefits for interns, but you can learn more about the company's comprehensive benefit programs at their website.

Is Travelers an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Travelers is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities they serve.

Can candidates in Colorado disclose their educational attendance dates?

No, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions in accordance with local law.

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Mission & Purpose

Travelers provides insurance coverage to protect the things that are important to you – your home, your car, your valuables and your business. We have been around for more than 165 years and have earned a reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry because we take care of our customers, agents, brokers, communities and each other. Every day, our approximately 30,000 employees and 13,500 independent agents and brokers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Ireland help provide peace of mind to our customers. Our expertise and focus on innovation have made us an industry leader and the only property casualty company in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Our history of advancements has propelled our company, and our industry, to deliver higher standards – from writing the first auto and space travel policies to founding the Travelers Institute for public policy and launching a hybrid car discount. By minimizing risk, preventing loss and helping our customers prepare for the unknown, Travelers’ comprehensive products and services enable individuals and businesses to feel confident and secure about the future.