What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Associate Internship (Legal) position at Navy Federal Credit Union?
Overview
The Legal Department is proud to support Navy Federal’s mission by serving as a trusted partner across the enterprise. Our team provides legal, compliance, operational, and regulatory expertise that helps protect the credit union, support informed decision-making, and enable exceptional service to our members. Through collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence, we work every day to help Navy Federal achieve its strategic goals while navigating an evolving legal and regulatory landscape.
The Legal Department is organized into four divisions, Office of General Counsel (OGC), Compliance, Regulatory Liaison Office (RLO), and Planning & Optimization (P&O) each playing a vital role in supporting Navy Federal’s mission and strategic objectives.
Potential Summer Associate Projects May Include
Responsibilities
Hours:
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
The Legal Department is proud to support Navy Federal’s mission by serving as a trusted partner across the enterprise. Our team provides legal, compliance, operational, and regulatory expertise that helps protect the credit union, support informed decision-making, and enable exceptional service to our members. Through collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence, we work every day to help Navy Federal achieve its strategic goals while navigating an evolving legal and regulatory landscape.
The Legal Department is organized into four divisions, Office of General Counsel (OGC), Compliance, Regulatory Liaison Office (RLO), and Planning & Optimization (P&O) each playing a vital role in supporting Navy Federal’s mission and strategic objectives.
Potential Summer Associate Projects May Include
- Support the planning, coordination, and execution of departmental projects and strategic initiatives.
- Conduct research and analysis to support business decisions, operational priorities, and legal department objectives.
- Contribute to special projects that provide exposure to legal, regulatory, operational, and business functions across the enterprise.
- Evaluate existing processes and recommend opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and service delivery.
- Prepare executive summaries, briefing materials, presentations, and other leadership-facing deliverables.
- Assist with the development and enhancement of departmental resources, tools, and documentation.
Responsibilities
- Monitor project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, providing status updates and progress reports to stakeholders
- Partner with team members across multiple Legal divisions to support department priorities and accomplish assigned work
- Draft and edit internal communications, ensuring messaging is clear, concise, and aligned with department objectives
- Observe leadership meetings and discussions to develop an understanding of strategic planning, governance, and executive decision-making
- Maintain and organize project documentation, reference materials, and departmental records as needed
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Communications, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Project Management or other related field
- Familiarity with project/program management processes and methodologies
- Exposure to working and participating in cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects
- Ability to compile, organize, and present information clearly and concisely
- Familiarity with PCs and Microsoft Office Suite products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Effective skill in exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
- Desire to develop a career in the legal, compliance, or regulatory environment and/or pursue advanced legal studies
Hours:
- Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM ET
- 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
Salary : $26 - $46