SEC Scholars Legal Program, USA [Summer 2027; Regional Offices; Unpaid]: Apply by December 14!

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) invites applications for its Summer 2027 SEC Scholars Legal Program at regional offices across the United States. This in-person volunteer internship offers eligible JD and LL.M. students at least ten weeks of legal experience.

About the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

The SEC is the federal agency responsible for protecting investors, maintaining fair and efficient securities markets, and facilitating capital formation.

About the Program

Scholars work with SEC staff on legal assignments. The broader programme also offers training, networking and opportunities to learn about securities regulation.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be U.S. citizens, aged at least 16.
• Be accepted into or pursuing an accredited JD or LL.M. programme.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5/4.0 or equivalent.
• Have a planned graduation date no earlier than September 2027.
• Maintain qualifying student status throughout the internship.

Applicable Selective Service requirements and pre-employment security checks also apply.

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Roles and Responsibilities

Assignments may include litigation support, regulatory drafting, reviews, examinations and public outreach. Work varies by office.

Duration

Participation lasts at least ten weeks. Tentative sessions are:

• 17 May–23 July 2027.
• 1 June–6 August 2027.

Location

Regional offices participating in this announcement are Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Philadelphia and San Francisco.

Applicants may select up to three locations. Headquarters recruitment uses a separate announcement.

Work Mode

The internship is in person, with no remote or telework option.

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Work Schedule

Full-time and part-time schedules are available, subject to agreement with the office. Scholars must work at least 16 hours weekly.

Compensation and Benefits

This is an unpaid volunteer programme. A transportation subsidy may be available; relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Participants can access professional development opportunities but are not eligible for health or life insurance, paid vacation or automatic conversion to permanent employment.

Application Deadline

Apply by 14 December 2026, 11:59 PM EST.

Contact Details

Questions may be emailed to askHR@sec.gov.

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How to Apply?

Apply through the official USAJOBS announcement, control number 891904500.

Submit:

• Resume: maximum two pages.
• Cover letter.
• Legal writing sample: maximum ten pages, with non-public information removed.
• Transcript.
• Proof of enrolment.
• Completed occupational questionnaire.

Include your name on every document and exclude photographs. Follow the announcement’s instructions on educational evidence and document submission.