2025 Summer Internship Program - Legal Intern

Summer Interns complete a 10 week internship centered around professional development, career growth and building the necessary skills to succeed.  Summer Interns participate in projects and department initiatives that accelerate career growth and play an important role in building the future of the Bank.  As an Intern, you will gain exposure to other departments through guest speakers and industry leaders and a built-in network with peers as well as priority consideration for full time opportunities throughout the Bank.

Department Description:

The Legal Division of M&T Bank serves as a trusted advisor to the enterprise and provides legal services to clients across the organization. The goal is to administer the legal affairs of M&T bank efficiently and effectively by providing proactive, timely, high quality, legal and regulatory services.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

The intern will be involved with conducting legal research, analyzing issues, identifying possible solutions, and communicating with staff on responses to those issues. There may be other projects or assignments as needed.

• Complete duties and responsibilities of an entry-level professional nature specific to assigned area of the Bank.
• Ensure activities adhere to established internal policies and external regulations as applicable. 
• Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.  Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis.  Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete legal research on various topics such as regulatory matters, litigation, corporate law, and contracts.
• Review and analyze issues facing the organization and provide recommendations. 
• Participate in meetings and team activities with Legal Division staff. 
• Assist with carrying out Legal Division initiatives.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

The jobholder works under immediate supervision. 

Not Applicable

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
• Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Work Visa Sponsorship not offered for this role

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Proven analytical skills
• Proven critical thinking skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Detail-oriented