2026 Summer Intern - Legal & Compliance - Sophomore

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of New York

2026 Summer Intern - Legal & Compliance - Sophomore

When you work at the New York Fed, you have the opportunity to make an impact in our communities and across the nation. Our mission-driven, curious, and dedicated colleagues apply their diverse perspectives and unique talents to support the strength of the U.S. economy and stability of the global financial system.  

At the Bank, we work full-time onsite with our teams. We believe being physically together allows us to draw on our collective strengths, while recognizing that the ability to work flexibly from time to time remains important to achieving our mission.

Program Description: 

The Sophomore Career Exploration Internship gives undergraduate sophomores the opportunity to gain valuable work experience at a unique institution. Through dynamic, project-based work assignments and professional development activities, students get: 

• A cohort-based learning model with a strong sense of community 

• Real-world experience that helps them build strong skills and knowledge in their area of interest 

• The chance to contribute to meaningful work that makes an impact on the lives of all Americans 

• Opportunities to meet, network with, and work alongside our mission-driven, curious colleagues—all of whom are happy to share their experiences and advice 

• An experienced professional mentor to support them throughout the program 

• Access to learning events with senior leaders from the New York Fed, giving them direct insight into the public service and financial services world 

 

Sophomore interns work in one specific business area or function for ten weeks, and have access to opportunities for collaboration with other students and employees from around the Bank. At the end of the program, students leave with strong skills, professional connections, and meaningful experiences that will support them in their long-term careers. 

 

Our Unique Work: 

The Legal and Compliance Group comprises four separate and distinct Functions: Bank Applications, Compliance, Group Operations and Strategy, and Legal. Internships will be available in the: 

• Compliance Function: Identifies and assesses risks related to the failure to comply with the Bank's code of conduct, internal policies, and regulations principally associated with anti- money laundering, U.S. economic sanctions compliance, fraud risk, sensitive data management, trading operations, and other restrictions related to employee conduct. 

• Group Operations and Strategy Function: Provides the Legal & Compliance Group with resources and strategies in furtherance of group and Bank objectives through its three business units: Business Operations and Strategy, GOAS Prime Services, and Risk Management and Contingency Planning. 

• Legal Function: Provides effective, efficient and client-focused legal services to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The Enterprise Legal Services (ELS) division provides a range of expertise in support of the Bank’s mission and operations through its four business units: Enforcement and Litigation, Financial Intelligence and Investigations, Employment and Corporate Matters, and Technology and Contracts. 

 

How You’ll Make an Impact as a Legal & Compliance Intern (Sophomore) 

• Contribute to the execution of various activities that support Legal & Compliance Group projects and programs which may include: 

• Document Review and Analysis (assistance with review of documents maintained within the Division to determine