12 Business Law Internships for Undergraduates
- Stephen Turban
- Nov 2
- 7 min read
If you are a college student interested in pursuing a career in business or finance law, internships in the field can be a great way to get started. Business law internships give you firsthand exposure to the profession, allowing you to build essential skills, explore how the legal, business, and financial worlds operate, and connect with professionals.
These experiences not only strengthen your resume but also make your law school or business-focused legal applications more competitive. During the internship, you may also get access to guidance regarding graduate school selection and career paths in business law that you can explore in the future.
In this blog, we have highlighted 12 business law internships for undergraduates.
If you are looking for more prestigious internships, check out this set of blogs!
Location: Remote
Cost: Costs vary by program; financial aid is available
Dates: Spring, summer, fall, and winter cohorts available; dates vary by program type and cohort
Application deadline: Varies by cohort
Eligibility: Current undergraduate students
Ladder Internships provide students with an opportunity to work with fast-growing startups and innovative companies across various fields. As a Ladder Intern, you will be matched with a manager at the firm and work on a project with direct business impact, all the while receiving mentorship and guidance from them. You can indicate your preference for business law internships. During the program, you will work on various deliverables, developing technical as well as soft skills. You will also have access to the guidance of Ladder Coach, who will act as your second mentor throughout the internship.
Location: D&B office in Jacksonville, FL, or Austin, TX
Stipend: Paid
Dates: 10 weeks in the summer; dates vary by role
Application deadline: Varies by opportunity
Eligibility: U.S.-based college/university and graduate students from diverse backgrounds
The Dun & Bradstreet Summer Internship Program provides college students with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a corporate business environment. As an intern, you may work on projects across different business functions, contribute to data analysis and market research, and support teams in operational or compliance-related tasks. You will also participate in mentorship and training sessions, which will allow you to enhance both technical and professional skills. Opportunities are available in various departments, including legal units, looking for assistance with document preparation and contract assistance.
Location: Various ACLU offices in the U.S.; remote and hybrid opportunities available
Stipend: Paid
Dates: Year-round opportunities with varying dates and durations available
Application deadline: Varies by semester
Eligibility: Undergraduates and graduates
ACLU offers various law internships to students. While the ACLU primarily focuses on civil liberties and civil rights, several projects intersect with business law, including employment law, corporate accountability, data privacy, and labor rights. As an intern, you will contribute to projects that advance the ACLU’s litigation, advocacy, and communications efforts. Depending on your placement, your responsibilities may include legal research, policy analysis, drafting public education materials, and assisting with case development. Beyond the day-to-day work, the program offers you a front-row seat to landmark legal battles and advocacy campaigns shaping civil liberties in the U.S., while also helping you build practical skills, expand your professional network, and gain insight into public interest law and policy.
Location: UBS, Raleigh, NC
Stipend: Paid
Dates: June – August (10 weeks)
Application deadline: October 24
Eligibility: Undergraduates with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher pursuing a degree in business, finance, computer science, math, or any other related discipline
The UBS Summer Internship in the Group Compliance, Regulatory & Governance unit offers students exposure to financial compliance and risk management. As an intern, you will contribute to regional and global projects, assist in evaluating processes and controls to ensure UBS’s adherence to laws and regulations, and conduct research on emerging regulatory changes. The role also offers exposure to compliance, risk assessment, and governance frameworks. You will spend 10 weeks collaborating with experienced professionals across teams and gaining insights into the inner workings of a leading global financial institution. This can be an opportunity to build analytical thinking, communication, and project management skills.
Location: Hydrite, Brookfield, WI
Stipend: Paid
Dates: Summer internship; dates not specified
Application deadline: October 8
Eligibility: Undergraduates pursuing degrees in finance or related fields
The Hydrite Finance Internship Program offers college students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate finance within the chemical manufacturing industry. As a finance intern at Hydrite, you will explore various aspects of financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. This experience will allow you to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios and build analytical and problem-solving skills. You will also participate in Hydrite's Early Talent Program, which includes a comprehensive orientation with plant tours, leadership Q&A sessions, team-building activities, and networking opportunities with professionals across the company. The experience can offer you insights into corporate and financial compliance.
Location: Dominium's offices in the U.S.
Stipend: Paid
Dates: Vary by role
Application deadline: Varies as per region
Eligibility: Undergraduate students; specific requirements vary by role
Dominium’s Development Internships provide college students with an opportunity to gain experience in corporate work environments, particularly in real estate development. As an intern, you will assist with market and acquisition analyses, review investment agreements, support project planning, and contribute to construction administration for new construction, rehabilitation, or historic redevelopment projects. You will gain insight into the complexities of real estate transactions, including the legal, financial, and regulatory considerations involved. The position comes with access to mentorship, networking opportunities with professionals across the company, and exposure to the practical intersections of business law and real estate.
Location: Executive Office for United States Trustees, Washington, D.C., or other sites in the U.S.
Stipend: Not specified
Dates: Spring: January – May | Summer: June – August | Fall: September – December
Application deadline: Spring: August | Summer: January | Fall: April
Eligibility: Undergraduate students and law students
The Department of Justice’s USTP offers legal and non-legal internships to students interested in exploring business and corporate law. Both internship opportunities offer insights into bankruptcy law, policymaking, administrative law, and legislative matters. As an intern, you will take on various tasks to provide legal, financial, and/or administrative support to USTP. If you are a pre-law student, you can choose paralegal roles to gain insights into corporate bankruptcy.
Location: Ally Financial office, Detroit, MI
Stipend: Competitive hourly compensation available
Dates: May 26 – August 7
Application deadline: November 24
Eligibility: Rising juniors and seniors enrolled in undergraduate accounting, business administration, or economics programs
This internship is an opportunity to explore tax laws and accounting regulations as well as corporate compliance. As an intern at Ally, you will work alongside experienced legal professionals on projects involving corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters. You may assist in drafting legal documents, participate in meetings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand the intersection of law and business operations. You will also take on tasks involving financial reporting, assessing the impact of tax laws, and preparing reports to be filed with the SEC.
Location: Multiple Fidelity sites across the U.S., commonly in Boston, MA
Stipend: Paid
Dates: 10 weeks in the summer; starts in June
Application deadline: Applications are reviewed from mid-September through mid-October
Eligibility: Rising college juniors and seniors
Fidelity’s Summer Associate Program offers finance internships for undergraduates across areas like finance, audit, risk, compliance, and actuary. As an intern, you will explore various sub-departments and undergo training in your broader specialization. You will work alongside current associates and analysts to complete tasks in quantitative financial analysis, client and industry research, managing data interpretation and visualization, and preparing presentations and reports for other internal teams. The experience can offer you insights into corporate compliance and tax laws. As a Summer Associate, you will have access to professional development opportunities, including near-peer mentorship, networking events, and skill-building sessions. You may be considered for an offer to return as an intern the following summer or a job post graduation.
Location: SEC HQ, Washington, D.C., or regional SEC offices
Stipend: Unpaid
Dates: Begins in the summer; exact dates may vary each year
Application deadline: Varies each year
Eligibility: Undergraduate, graduate, and law students
This internship provides students with exposure to securities and business law in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). You will engage in legal research, analyze corporate filings, support litigation and enforcement cases, and draft memoranda, reports, and other critical legal documents. Beyond these responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to attend meetings with SEC staff, participate in specialized training sessions, and gain firsthand insight into the regulatory frameworks that govern U.S. financial markets. This program offers a unique perspective on how federal regulators enforce securities laws, oversee financial institutions, and maintain market integrity.
Location: Multiple RubinBrown offices in the U.S.
Stipend: Paid
Dates: Specific dates may vary by location and year
Application deadline: Not Specified
Eligibility: Accounting and finance students who have completed their junior or senior year of college
Internships at RubinBrown offer students pursuing degrees in accounting or finance hands-on experience in public accounting and navigating the tax law landscape. You will work on client engagements, assist with financial reporting, participate in tax and audit projects, and collaborate with professionals across various service lines. You will help the organization ensure tax compliance. You will also attend training sessions, mentorship programs, and team-building activities to develop a deeper understanding of accounting practices and firm operations.
Location: SEC HQ, Washington, D.C., or regional SEC offices
Stipend: Paid
Dates: Begins in the summer; exact dates may vary each year
Application deadline: Varies each year; information available in the spring each year
Eligibility: Pre-law students, including undergraduates
Chapman and Cutler LLP offers two summer internship programs to college students who want to gain experience in finance law or law firm administration before committing to a law program. You can choose between the Law Firm Administrative Intern Program and the Finance Law Development Program. The internships begin with orientation sessions covering finance and legal concepts specific to the role you will take on. Following these sessions, you will work on legal projects that support the firm, exploring real-world corporate compliance, business law, and financial compliance. The experience can also help you build professional skills like collaboration, communication, and problem-solving.
One other option—Lumiere Research Scholar Program
If you want to pursue independent research under the guidance of a mentor, consider applying to Lumiere Research Scholar Programs, which are selective programs founded in partnership with Harvard and Oxford researchers. In the past, 4,000+ students applied for just 500 spots in the research program. You can learn about the application and available programs on the application form here.
Also, you can check out the Lumiere Research Inclusion Foundation—a non-profit research program for talented low-income students. Last year, it offered 150 students full need-based financial assistance.
Stephen is one of the founders of Lumiere and a Harvard College graduate. He founded Lumiere as a Ph.D. student at Harvard Business School. Lumiere is a selective research program in which students work one-on-one with a mentor to develop an independent research paper.
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