Legal Summer Intern

Position: Legal Summer Intern

Location: New York, NY

Department: Legal

Reporting to: Junior Corporate Counsel

FLSA Status (US Staff only): Non-Exempt Full Time Summer

VanEck is a privately held global asset management firm founded in 1955. We develop forward-looking, intelligently designed, active and passive investment strategies that strengthen long-term portfolios. We will provide qualified individuals with outstanding education and growth opportunities. If you are a high-energy individual with a strong work ethic, excellent team skills, and outstanding communication skills, we would like to speak with you.

VanEck’s Summer Intern Program includes exposure across the firm through educational, mentorship, and networking events. As an Intern, you will also be exposed to the firm’s senior management, gain an understanding of the financial services industry and learn critical business skills. Our internship program will build more than just your resume — it will challenge your knowledge, build your network and drive your career path. Our program spans 10 weeks and typically runs from June 1 – August 7. If you are looking to gain valuable hands-on experience while working with talented individuals, apply now!

The Legal Intern will join VanEck’s New York office and, under supervision of the attorneys in the Legal Department, will gain hands-on experience in corporate and securities law while providing legal support to various business units within the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting legal research and preparing written summaries to support ongoing projects and regulatory initiatives
• Reviewing, editing, redlining, and proofreading contracts, disclosure documents, and SEC filings
• Assisting in the preparation and filing of SEC registration statements, supplements, and other regulatory submissions
• Supporting the drafting and review of private fund documents, agreements, and corporate governance materials
• Assisting with the negotiation and management of contracts and agreements with third parties.
• Participating in legal team meetings and contributing to discussions on department workflow, compliance matters, and strategic legal issues
• Collaborating with attorneys on cross-functional projects involving compliance, operations, and business teams

This position provides meaningful exposure to corporate, securities, and investment management law, and gives the student the opportunity to apply legal knowledge in a professional setting while developing practical skills in legal drafting, research, and client interaction.

Qualifications  

• Interest in one or more of the following: finance, laws and regulations
• Strong communication skills
• A working knowledge Excel and familiarity with Bloomberg are helpful but not required
• Roll up your sleeve work ethic

Education and/or Experience                                                   

• Currently entering junior level (3rd year) or beyond within a 4-year college program
• Some experience within a corporate environment is helpful but not required

Competencies                                                                 

To perform successfully and gain the most from this internship, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Professional demeanor 
• Capacity for learning new procedures/ideas
• Motivation
• Enthusiasm

Compensation

• The maximum hourly rate for this position is $25 an hour

VanEck is committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly and to providing equal opportunity in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. VanEck does not and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, covered-veteran or military status, genetic information, and/or any other factor protected by law.