Legal Intern - Summer 2027

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that uses cutting-edge technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across asset classes worldwide, with offices in Chicago, New York, and London.

This 2027 summer internship gives a law student real junior-attorney-level work inside a financial services legal department. You'll work alongside experienced counsel on active matters, get regular feedback, and gain hands-on exposure to the corporate, commercial, and regulatory issues facing a prop trading firm regulated by the SEC, FINRA, CFTC, and FCA.

Review and assist with the firm's commercial agreements and vendor contracts

Maintain the firm's contract lifecycle management system

Assist with entity formation, foreign qualification, and related corporate governance filings

Conduct legal and regulatory research and prepare written summaries

Draft corporate documents, agreements, policies, and notices

Assist with ongoing regulatory compliance matters

Maintain research and regulatory reference materials for the legal team

Track and flag relevant industry news and legal or regulatory updates