Legal Intern - Summer Program

Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) is offering a Summer Legal Internship at RBC Centre, 200 Bay Street, Toronto. This paid 4-month program provides law students with direct exposure to in-house legal work at Canada's largest bank, covering capital markets, commercial banking, and regulatory compliance.

Program Details

• Duration: 4 months (May - August 2026)
• Compensation: Paid — competitive summer internship salary
• Focus: In-house legal operations across Capital Markets, Wealth Management, and Technology divisions

Key Responsibilities

• Support the legal team on regulatory compliance matters related to CIRO, OSC, and OSFI requirements
• Draft contract summaries and legal research memos on banking and securities law topics
• Assist with vendor contract reviews and technology licensing agreements
• Attend internal legal team meetings and cross-functional project meetings
• Complete a summer project presented to the Chief Legal Officer at program conclusion

Eligibility

• Enrolled in a JD or LLB program at a recognized Canadian law school (2nd or 3rd year)
• Strong academic record with interest in financial services law
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Previous work experience in banking or financial services an asset