Summer '26 Intern to join our Legal/Compliance Team

Brief Description

Are you a young professional with a passion to learn and a hunger for success? See what makes Kelly Benefits a great place to grow your career! We are seeking motivated, energetic individuals enrolled in a four-year college or university to join our paid internship program. As a Kelly Benefits summer intern, you’ll gain valuable real-world work experience in a professional, dynamic organization and get on the fast track to your future!

Headquartered in Sparks, Maryland, Kelly Benefits was founded in 1976 as a small health and life insurance agency serving associations and their members. Today, Kelly Benefits is one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing providers of benefits administration and technology, broker and consulting services, payroll solutions and comprehensive tools and strategies to serve businesses of all sizes. At almost 500 employees and growing, we’re proud to bring our family-owned heritage with us as we continue innovating and growing our business.

We recognize that it is the People of Kelly Benefits who make the unique difference in the services and expert customer care we provide. Share your interest in the Kelly Benefits Intern Program and find out what it’s like to be part of the team!

Position Summary

The Legal & Compliance Intern will support the department in ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies. This role provides hands-on experience in legal research, compliance monitoring, and risk management. The intern will work closely with legal counsel and compliance officers to assist with projects that maintain the organization’s ethical and legal standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Research & Analysis
• Conduct research on laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to the organization.
• Summarize findings and prepare briefing notes for internal stakeholders.
• Document Review & Drafting
• Assist in reviewing contracts, agreements, and compliance-related documents.
• Draft basic legal correspondence, internal memos, and policy updates under supervision.
• Compliance Monitoring
• Support compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Track regulatory changes and assist in updating internal compliance policies and procedures.
• Data & Record Management
• Maintain accurate records of legal and compliance documentation.
• Organize and update databases for contracts, regulatory filings, and compliance reports.
• Reporting & Communication
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal stakeholders on compliance status.
• Assist in creating training materials for compliance programs.
• Administrative Support
• Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate with external counsel or regulatory bodies.
• Handle filing and document organization in accordance with confidentiality standards.
  

Learning Outcomes -

• Gain practical experience in legal research and compliance processes.
• Understand regulatory frameworks and risk management strategies.
• Develop professional skills in document drafting, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Interns are paid - Rising Juniors$15hr, and Seniors $16hr
  
  

Our program provides opportunities to engage with senior leaders of the company in various settings, engage in real work projects to support your assigned business area, learn the industry, possibly participate in community outreach programs and conduct a final presentation at conclusion of the internship. Submit your application today!

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Law, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or related field.
• Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Successful completion of sophomore year
• This year’s program runs from June 1st - August 6th, with office hours of 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday – Thursday
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  

Summary

Kelly & Associates Insurance Group, Inc., a Kelly Benefits company, is one of the nation’s largest employee benefit administrators, brokers, payroll providers and consultants. We’re committed to helping businesses navigate the intricacies of insurance, benefits, payroll, retirement and other offerings and services, while saving them time and money. Kelly Benefits delivers high quality, cost-effective, integrated solutions through:

• An incredible team of dedicated professionals. Our set of business values called “The Kelly Way” inspires, guides and drives us to serve our clients with excellence.
• Efficient processes, tools and technology. We’re dedicated to delivering cost-effective efficiencies.
• High-integrity alliances with the finest health, life, disability, dental and vision carriers, suppliers and brokers.
  
  

Kelly Benefits is committed to treating our People with dignity and respect, dealing with them honestly, compensating them fairly, and providing quality benefits and opportunities to develop their full potential. We offer a robust benefits package including 401K with match, paid time off, paid parental leave, and a full array of medical benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional ancillary and voluntary options, and an on-site fitness center.