Summer 2027 Legal Internship

About the role

Huntington’s internship programs provide emerging talent with meaningful, hands‑on experience aligned to their area of study. Over the course of the interns’ time at Huntington, they gain exposure to key business functions across all segments of the organization. An intern’s experience is focused on professional growth, skill development, and practical application of academic learning. Interns participate in a structured series of development opportunities, including interactions with senior leadership and career pathing insights. The experience also includes immersion in Huntington’s award‑winning culture through community involvement and team‑based activities. Internships at Huntington are designed to help students build a strong foundation for future career success while contributing to meaningful business initiatives.

Internship overview

The Legal team is seeking rising 3Ls (Winter 2027 or Spring 2028 graduates) for the Enterprise Internship Program, an 11‑week, role‑aligned experience where students work directly with a manager and team on meaningful business initiatives. In addition to hands‑on project work, participants gain exposure to executive leadership, participate in Huntington’s innovation project, and build connections that may lead to future full‑time opportunities.

Program components

• Experience in day‑to‑day responsibilities related to the assigned team
• Exposure to broader business functions
• A structured schedule of professional development sessions
• Opportunities to engage with members of the Executive Leadership Team
• Discussions with senior leaders regarding career paths and Huntington’s business areas
• A team project focused on applying Huntington’s innovation framework to a business‑relevant problem
• Participation in volunteer activities and internal events aligned with Huntington’s culture

Legal internship overview

The employment law team is looking for a 3L to assist with legal research, preparing memos, reviewing and interpreting legal documents while supporting attorneys and paralegals as needed. The Legal Intern will have the opportunity to observe various legal proceedings, including court arguments, depositions, mediations, and client meetings. Within the Legal team, interns gain exposure to internal and external counsel. A focus for the law clerk intern is introductions and networking with several premier law firms across Huntington’s footprint, where Huntington is a prominent client.

Duties & responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with your manager
• Support organization and department initiatives
• Provide recommendations to improve your department
• Work both independently and within a team
• Exhibit a professional, business‑like demeanor
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
• Aptitude – proficiency with computer software, particularly the Microsoft Office Suite
• Take initiative to achieve personal career goals
• Participate in all HNB internship events
• Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for Huntington!

Basic qualifications

• High School graduate
• Enrolled in JD program at accredited law school, preferably going into the 3L year
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership through extracurricular activities and/or work experience within a law firm, clerking, or doing legal research
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office® applications

Preferred qualifications

• Course(s) of study applicable to the area of business
• Ability to maintain professional composure in a dynamic work environment that often requires management and completion of multiple tasks
• Demonstrate sound judgment and ability to apply logical/critical thought processes when developing solutions
• Ability to display a positive business presence with management and external personnel
• A strong interest in financial services
• Relevant Majors: JD with undergraduate degree in finance or business

Exempt Status: Non‑exempt (eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type: Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type: Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement combining in‑office and work from home. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.