Mutual Opportunities
1L Clerk, Summer Clerkship Program
Boston, Massachusetts; Springfield, Massachusetts
Thank you to our employees for voting us one of the top places to work in Massachusetts for five consecutive years!
Overview
A career with us means you’ll work alongside exceptional people and be empowered to reach your professional and personal goals. Our employees are at the foundation of what enables MassMutual to deliver on our purpose to help people secure their futures and protect the ones they love.
We embrace the idea that we all are stronger and better through our support for one another. We strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and are celebrated for who they are.
“Since our founding in 1851, mutuality has put our policyowners at the center of everything we do. At our core, we’re a company of people helping people in their time of need, and that spirit extends to the culture we’ve built at our company. Our employees support and rely on each other each day, collaborating to deliver the best solutions for our customers and help millions more secure their future and protect the ones they love.”
Job Description
The Opportunity
This program is a 10-week paid summer program. As a 1L Clerk in Legal Operations, you will shape your legal internship through a selection of meaningful assignments, professional events, company activities, and pro bono opportunities. This is an opportunity to work alongside exceptional professionals willing to share their deep knowledge on the diverse legal matters of a Fortune 500 Company.
This program will take place in-person, on-site at our MassMutual campuses in either Springfield or Boston, Massachusetts. The office location is at the choice of the 1L Clerk. We are currently operating on a hybrid basis with at least three days (including Tuesday and Wednesday) in office.
As part of this program you will have access to mentorship opportunities and networking with Legal Department Leadership.
The Team
You will have the opportunity to work with various areas of the law, such as corporate, litigation and regulatory practices. Core Values of the team include:
Focus on the Customer: We understand our customers well and look for every opportunity to deliver an experience that is clear, easy, personal, human, empowering and trustworthy.
Act with Integrity: We deliver on our promises by being open, honest and humble and by adhering to the letter and spirit of applicable laws, rules, regulations and company policies.
Value People: We respect and learn from each other’s diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas. We engage and develop people to their greatest potential.
Work Collaboratively: We work together to achieve results by actively listening, seeking, understanding and creating solutions as a unified team driving toward one company, one culture, one brand.
Achieve Results: We focus on winning by exceeding expectations and getting better – everyone, every day.
The Impact
We seek and value unique and varied perspectives and experiences because we believe we are stronger when all voices are heard. We invite you to bring your bright, innovative ideas to MassMutual and be empowered to reach your professional and personal goals.
Examples of past assignments include: artificial intelligence research; attending and supporting depositions; working on venture capital and private equity transactions; tax research and analysis; and many more. The program will also include opportunities to network with various law firms in New England.
The Minimum Qualifications
- Enrolled in an ABA accredited law school as a first-year law student for the 2025-2026 academic year
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship, now or in the future
The Ideal Qualifications
- Strong critical thinking, discretion, and analytical skills
- Ability to perform complex legal research and analysis and to advise on results
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated organizational skills with ability to manage multiple competing priorities
- Demonstrated involvement in law school and community (leadership roles a plus)
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and supporting marginalized/underserved communities
- Interested in in-house or law firm practice
What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team
- Regular meetings with the 1L Committee members
- Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
- Network opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, Africa American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups.
- Access to learning content on Degreed and other international platforms
Each candidate’s application must include a resume, a cover letter with a statement related to your commitment to inclusion and supporting marginalized/underserved communities, as well as a law school transcript (when available).
#LI-BC1
MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment. The job description includes the main duties of this position, which may evolve over time. You may be required to perform other duties not listed.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Hiring Process
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Screen
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Interview
If you are invited for an interview, you will be scheduled to meet with the hiring manager and hiring team.
Offer
If you are extended an offer to join MassMutual and accept, your start will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
Hire
If you accept the offer, we will be so excited to welcome you to the MassMutual community!
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
By the numbers*
- 85% of employee respondents say they are proud to work at MassMutual
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% of employee respondents say the work they do at MassMutual is meaningful - 85% of employee respondents say they feel encouraged to come up with new and better ways of doing things
*Source: 2025 MassMutual employee engagement survey
Award-Winning Culture
MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It’s more than our company structure — it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts.
We strive to build a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong.
At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
How We Work
MassMutual’s flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year.
Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones)
There’s more to your life than your job and there’s more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you’d expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave.
Explore some of our offerings below. Benefit details can be found here.
Why MassMutual?
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Service Management Consultant
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Head of Experience Journey Mapping
where we work
Springfield Office
1295 State Street, Springfield, MA
Boston Office
10 Fan Pier Blvd, Boston, MA
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2 Park Ave,
New York, NY
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