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Freddie Mac

Freddie Mac

Summer Associate

McLean, VA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you looking for a highly engaging and multifaceted opportunity to assist in-house attorneys with a variety of legal projects in a diverse and collegial environment? The Legal Division within Freddie Mac is searching for creative individuals to join our organization!

    Our Impact:

    • We provide legal support, advice and advocacy for the entire enterprise. Freddie Mac attorneys specialize in diverse legal areas including single-family and multifamily real-estate transactions, litigation, corporate governance, mortgage backed securities, regulatory affairs, employment, and records management.
    • We partner with business clients to assist and support meaningful projects and initiatives throughout the company.

    Your Impact:

    • In this role you will come away with a deeper understanding of the role of in-house counsel, the legal risks faced by financial institutions, and the mortgage market and Freddie Mac’s key role within it
    • You will be exposed to many departments within the Legal Division and have opportunities to participate in professional development and pro-bono experiences
    • You will support the company’s important mission within the mortgage industry
    • You will work collaboratively with internal and external partners across the organization
    • Your work may include the following:
    • Conducting legal research and summarizing the results in written memos and orally to Legal Division attorneys
    • Drafting, reviewing, revising and providing substantive commentary on contracts, statements of work, corporate forms, policies and procedures and correspondence.
    • Researching and analyzing proposed and existing legislation and regulations for applicability to Freddie Mac and the industry
    • Assisting in the assessment of business unit exposure by identifying legal risks and evaluating their potential impact
    • Attending hearings, trainings, meetings, briefing sessions, and seminars
  • Qualifications
    • Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
    • Rising second or third year law student at an ABA accredited law school
    • Outstanding research, writing, and communication skills
    • Ability to work well and cohesively with a team of legal professionals
    • Well-organized, self-directed, and able to prioritize and complete multiple tasks in a timely and efficient manner
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including WORD and Excel
    • Demonstrated interest in the mortgage market and/or the housing finance industry
    • Availability to begin an internship with our 2021 class beginning in May

    Keys to Success in this Role:

    • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
    • Strong Microsoft Office skills
    • Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills
    • Must be a phenomenal teammate and able to work collaboratively

    Closing Statement:

    Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you’ll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others. Freddie Mac is an equal opportunity and top diversity employer. EOE, M/F/D/V.

    The hired candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Freddie Mac does not intend to support hiring any students, exchange visitors, or recent graduates on F-1, J-1, or M-1 visas, or any individuals requiring sponsorship for an employment based visa application (such as H-1B) in connection with these openings.

  • Industry
    Financial Services
  • About Us

    We are both leaders and collaborators, continuously building skills and pursuing innovative solutions. Above all, we are passionate about our mission of Making Home Possible. Join our inclusive and diverse culture, which is what drives our success and makes us a stronger company.