Paralegal Intern (Estate Planning)

Overview

This is a paid, part-time (W-2), fully remote internship running from mid-September through mid-December. The program is designed to provide early-career paralegals with hands-on experience in estate planning, offering exposure to a wide range of work, mentorship from experienced paralegals, and the possibility of a full-time offer based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Learn to draft revocable living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and related ancillary documents
• Receive training on professional drafting platforms such as WealthCounsel and InterActive Legal
• Interpret and apply attorney design instructions and preferences accurately
• Participate in frequent, specific feedback sessions with experienced professionals
• Identify tasks outside current skill set and engage proactively in learning

Requirements

• Graduating from an accredited paralegal program within the next year or recently graduated
• Must reside in the U.S. with valid work authorization
• Availability for approximately 20 hours per week from mid-September through mid-December
• Must be available 9-11am CT, Monday through Friday, for group training and meetings; remaining hours are flexible but require reliable completion of work
• Strong attention to detail and comfort with technical documents and detailed instructions
• Demonstrated follow-through, eagerness to learn, and genuine interest in estate planning
• Access to a distraction-free, private workspace with reliable internet
• Low ego, high standards, and commitment to continuous improvement

Compensation & Benefits

• $18.00 per hour, part-time (~20 hours per week), W-2 employment
• Fully remote work environment
• Structured performance check-ins at 30 and 60 days
• Hands-on training with industry-standard drafting platforms
• Potential full-time offer in early December with transition to standard entry-level Drafter pay band ($20–24/hour) and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Location

• Fully remote within the United States
• Must have valid U.S. work authorization
• Must be available during specified Central Time hours for training and meetings