Wintrust 2026 Summer Internship - Legal

Wintrust

Rosemont, IL, United States
Hourly rate: $26.00ph; bonus/equity: not specified...
In-person
Currently enrolled in first year of law school
Strong analytical and writing skills
Organizational and project management skills
Wintrust is offering a Summer 2026 Internship in its Legal department, seeking first-year law students who will be entering their second year in the fall of 2026. The internship provides hands-on experience in corporate legal functions, including litigation, compliance, and contract review, while emphasizing relationship-building and community involvement

Job Summary

  • Wintrust is a $66 billion financial institution based in Rosemont, Illinois, offering sophisticated banking solutions with personalized service.
  • The Legal Intern will gain understanding of corporate legal functions including litigation, compliance, and regulatory matters while completing research and writing projects.
  • This paid summer internship runs from May 19th to August 7th, 2026, with a focus on professional development and a promote-from-within culture.

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Wintrust is offering a Summer 2026 Internship in its Legal department, seeking first-year law students who will be entering their second year in the fall of 2026. The internship provides hands-on experience in corporate legal functions, including litigation, compliance, and contract review, while emphasizing relationship-building and community involvement.

Salary

Hourly rate: $26.00/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Currently enrolled in first year of law school
  • Strong analytical and writing skills
  • Organizational and project management skills

Nice-to-have

  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Customer-focused mindset
  • Leadership skills with passion for results

Key Requirements

  • First-year law student starting second year in Fall 2026
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

Work Rights

Not specified

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