Description:
General Description:A Renewable Energy Company is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of our commitment, EDPR's Legal team is seeking a current first or second year law student in good standing whose background experience, personal attributes and/or characteristics contribute to EDPR's equity, diversity, and inclusion goals. The Summer Intern will work side-by-side with the U.S. legal team of experienced attorneys and gain a general understanding of how an in-house legal department operates. The Summer Intern will be provided with a realistic taste of legal life as an in-house corporate lawyer.
This is a paid 10-week, full-time internship that will start on or around June 2024, with an end date in August 15, 2024.
Main Accountabilities:
- Garner hands-on experience through relevant projects and assignments
- Bring a creative and optimistic attitude to the world of renewable energy
- Participate in Summer Intern events and volunteerism
- Learn about the U.S. renewable energy industry and apply knowledge to various projects
- Attend weekly ‘lunch and learn' department presentation meetings
- Provide support to the corporate legal team
- Assist in administrative tasks as needed
- Additional duties may be required
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current 1L or 2L law student in good standing
- Strong academic credentials
- Interest in real estate property and corporate law
- Interest in renewable energy
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Community involvement
- Prior Work Experience
- Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products preferred.
- Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise preferred
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and interpersonal skills
- Eagerness to learn
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced and collaborative working environment
- Possess excellent attention to detail
- Ability to be self-motivated
- Strong problem-solving ability