Job Description

Overview

At BBVA, we are leading the transformation of global banking with the aim of bringing the opportunities of this new era within everyone’s reach. We are a global financial institution present in more than 25 countries with over 89 million customers.

The BBVA US Legal Department provides legal support to the Corporate & Investment Banking Group (“CIB”), which includes the New York Branch and Houston Representative Office of BBVA (a Spanish bank), as well as its SEC-registered broker-dealer.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented law school student to join our Legal team in New York as a 2026 summer Legal Intern. This internship offers firsthand exposure to complex cross-border banking and finance matters in a dynamic international environment.

Position Summary

The Legal Intern will work with members of the US Legal Department to support legal and regulatory matters primarily related to CIB’s activities in the United States. The intern is expected to assist with legal research, documentation review, regulatory analysis and other internal advisory matters, under the supervision of senior attorneys, including the Deputy General Counsel for US CIB.

This role is expected to provide substantive exposure across corporate lending, trade finance, derivatives, securities origination, syndication, and trading, and cross-border banking operations.

Key Responsibilities

Work with the US Legal team on CIB transactions, research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations, and special projects:

• Assist in review and analysis of finance documentation
• Assist with regulatory compliance analysis and documentation of internal governance
• Participate in working group and/or committee meetings, and collaborate with other teams

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in and in good standing in an accredited US law school
• Strong academic credentials
• Demonstrated interest in banking law, finance, corporate law, or financial regulation
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Professional maturity, discretion, and high integrity
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Great sense of humor and positive perspective

What You Will Gain

• Exposure to the legal framework governing the US operations of a global financial institution
• Practical experience with complex financial documentation
• Insight into how in-house legal teams partner with business units in a highly regulated environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected hourly rate is $35/hour. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

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