Legal Extern - Summer 2026

Who we are…

We are Payactiv, a FinTech company in the heart of Silicon Valley, devoted to giving workers access to their earned wages when they need them. Payactiv is the pioneer and industry leader in Earned Wage Access. We are the only Certified B Corporation and Public Benefit Corporation in our industry. Our app provides millions with financial services that help them avoid debt, manage their finances, and regain flexibility to pay for things on their own schedule.

Payactiv is looking for a summer extern to join our legal team. We are a team of two attorneys, assisted by our head of public policy and legal support. We handle all legal matters for Payactiv, including technology, financial services, product development, marketing, commercial contracts, government affairs, privacy, employment, and compliance.

What you will do…

The extern will be expected to research law related to financial services; analyze and redline contracts; research federal and state regulatory activities; review product features; and advise business teams including compliance, product, and marketing.

The extern will work closely with the Head of Legal and Senior Legal Counsel and will engage with the entire Legal, Compliance, and Government Affairs team, as well as attend cross-functional meetings. With a small legal team, this is a great opportunity to learn about an entire organization and how legal intersects with it.

What you need…

It is preferred, but not required, if the extern has professional or educational experience with financial services, technology, privacy, or government affairs.

The extern is encouraged to work one day a week in the office in Milpitas. The extern will be paid $25/hour and, if they work in the office, be provided with lunch. 

What we offer…

• Pay Rate: $25 an hour

• Opportunity to work with a great team committed to making a difference.

• Complimentary office lunches for the onsite team members