Legal Intern

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

We are looking for future lawyers who have an interest in corporate law and the financial services industry and bring with them enthusiasm and passion for working in a fast-paced, growth-centric environment.


Interested candidates should be currently enrolled in a college or university and seeking a Juris Doctorate degree. Interns should be planning on attending the fall semester/quarter following the internship.

• The externship will be during the Fall Semester 2026
  
• This is a hybrid internship based in our Greenwood Village, CO office
  
• Hours and schedule will be determined between the intern and manager
  
  
• This is a paid position
  

What you will do

• This externship will provide exposure to the Legal Team at Empower.
  
• Extern will immerse themselves into the Legal Department and support tasks and projects for the team.
  
  

What you will bring

• Currently enrolled in law school at a college or university and pursuing Juris Doctorate
  
• Available for a 12-week externship Fall semester 2026
  
• Desire to experience an in-person office environment as part of your externship and ability to work in our Greenwood Village, CO office
  
• Interest in learning what it takes to be successful in business, particularly financial services
  
• Strong partnership skills with an ability to work collaboratively within a team and develop solid working partnerships with colleagues
  
• Self-directed and comfortable working independently on an externship project
  
• Proactively ask questions and seek help in order to successfully achieve goals and objectives while in an autonomous environment
  
• Approach work with a sense of curiosity
  
• Work with a customer service mindset and comfortable providing input to achieve goals
  
• Ability to see the extern project to conclusion
  

Base Salary Range
$43,600.00 - $60,025.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer • Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.


***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:
07-31-2026

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