As a State Farm intern, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and make a real impact. Our internship program provides students with valuable training, mentorship, and networking opportunities while being fully immersed in the day-to-day operations of a Fortune 50 company. At State Farm, we believe our interns are the future of our company, and we are committed to helping you succeed!

Ramika D. Stephens & Associates, staff counsel for State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company in Fairfax, Virginia, is hiring a rising 3L Summer Law Intern (Class of 2027) who will have exposure to litigation and trial practice. The internship strives to provide a balanced and realistic representation of the function of Claims Litigation Counsel, as well as real-world exposure to a multitude of legal services being provided. The selected individual will have the opportunity to work one-on-one with attorneys on assigned projects, observe every phase of litigation, and will have a designated mentor throughout the internship.  The internship has a full-time schedule in the summer beginning Monday, June 1, 2026, through Friday, August 7, 2026, with the potential to transition to a part-time schedule during the 2026/2027 school year. The selected intern will be paid $33/ hour and operate in a hybrid environment (combination of in-office and remote). The Summer Intern selected will also receive a $2000 Intern Stipend. The ideal candidate should possess excellent organizational skills, an energetic/positive attitude, legal research knowledge, and the ability to work well under deadlines in a fast-paced working environment.

Located in Fairfax, Virginia, we enjoy an active, busy civil trial practice. We provide a congenial, team-oriented, professional work environment with skilled support staff.

• Must be currently enrolled as a 2L student in an ABA accredited law school and must remain enrolled as a student for the duration of the internship.
• 2L students in the top half of their class
• Strong research skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Virginia Evidence and Civil Procedure a plus
• Completion of Virginia Insurance Law course a plus

The following must be attached to candidate's application at the time of submission (please attach the following as one combined single document and upload during the application process):

• Resume

• Transcript (unofficial copy accepted)
• Writing Sample (no more than 5 pages long)

Internship Details: 

• Summer Internship Dates: 6/1/26-8/7/2026
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 38.75 hours per week
• Due to the short duration of the summer program, it is an expectation that hired interns will be available for the duration of the summer internship with little to no disruption in work schedule.
• Pay: $33/hour.  In addition, interns selected for our summer internship program will be eligible for a $2,000 stipend!
• Work Arrangement: HYBRID - Selected interns should plan to spend time working from home and some time working in the office as part of our hybrid work environment.  Please note that relocation benefits will not apply.  Based on this requirement, we are seeking students from local area law schools.
• Office Location: 11325 Random Hills Road, Suite 450, Fairfax, VA 22030
   

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity.

We are excited to offer our interns a tailored set of benefits with a range of valuable perks to help support you during your time with us!

Time Off

• 40 hours of Life Leave
• Military Leave

Financial Benefits

• 401(K) Savings Plan (Eligible at age 18)
• Mutual Funds (Eligible at age 18)
• Commuter Benefits

Miscellaneous Benefits

• Wellness programs
• US Discount program
• Good Neighbor Grant program
• Matching Gift program
• Employee Assistance Fund
• Company Holidays