Legal Intern

position

Legal Intern

division/department

Legal Operations Division

classification

non-exempt/part-time, 24 hours per week, hybrid environment (1 day in person), June 1 – August 7

nature of position

A Legal Intern provides support to the Legal Operations team including the Legal Support team (e.g. paralegals and closers) on a wide range of transactional projects all of which support CHFA’s mission of furthering the availability of affordable housing and economic development in Colorado.  Areas of work may include assisting with commercial real estate loan transactions; single-family mortgage loan transactions; contract and legislative reviews; legal research including on innovation projects and assisting with some administrative tasks. This position reports to the Director of Legal Operations.

essential functions & projects

Under the supervision of an attorney, projects may include some or all the following:

• A variety of legal research and drafting memoranda
  • Research may include innovations in increasing the availability of affordable housing
  • applicable federal and state requirements affecting CHFA’s operations and programs, etc.
• Reviewing and drafting forms, contracts, and other legal documents relating to CHFA programs and services
• Assisting with the development of a CHFA real estate training for CHFA staff
• Joining commercial loan closing calls and meetings
• Reviewing and summarizing legislation and its impact on CHFA operations
• Assisting with loan closing binder filing; and
• Other duties as assigned

knowledge, skills, and ability

Must possess:

• An interest in learning about working for a mission-based organization with a strong focus on transactional legal work
• Some level of knowledge of Colorado real estate law, business entities, real estate and other business loans, real estate transactions, and familiarity with related documents is a plus
• Legal research and writing skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and accurately in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and important deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Strong and ethical decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in an effective and diplomatic manner
• Abilities that reflect our values:
  • Ability to continuously improve and develop knowledge and skills, while adapting quickly to changing circumstances and processes
  • Ability to work towards inclusion in all activities, and decisions through the solicitation and appreciation of diverse perspectives
  • Ability to exercise personal accountability in all activities and decisions
  • Ability to embrace a culture of operational excellence to ensure processes are continually evaluated and improved as necessary
  • Ability to operate with a sense of integrity
  • Ability to have fun with a demonstrated sense of humor
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Effective leadership skills; and
  • Ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds essential.

experience/education

Ideal candidates are those who are pursuing a juris doctorate degree and have completed their first year or second year at an accredited law school in the U.S. Candidates should have an interest in learning more about working at a mission-based organization with a focus on transactional legal work. 

equipment used

Cellphone; personal computer and photocopier.

physical environment

The incumbent in this position will perform the essential functions of the position in a hybrid environment, which requires sitting at a desk for most of the day. Ability to perform essential functions & projects with or without assisting devices.

hiring range 

$30 per hour

validation statement

This job description is a general description of essential job functions.  It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. 

Applications for this position are encouraged through March 6, 2026, and will be accepted until the position is filled.

With respect to its programs, services, activities, and employment practices, Colorado Housing and Finance Authority assesses qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or another protected status. Requests for a reasonable accommodation or any complaints alleging violation of this nondiscrimination policy should be directed to the nondiscrimination coordinator, 1.800.877.2432, CHFA 1981 Blake Street, Denver co 80202, available weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.