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Summer Legal Intern

Posted Jan 16
Internship
Houston, Texas

Company Overview Pattern Energy is an independent, fully integrated energy company that develops, constructs, owns and operates renewable energy projects and transmission assets across North America and parts of Latin America. The company focuses primarily on wind and transmission, with limited investments in other generation technologies.

The Pattern Energy team has a history as one of the top North American renewable energy and transmission providers in the industry. The team is dedicated to delivering the highest value for its customers, partners, financial supporters and the communities in which it works, while exhibiting a strong commitment to promoting environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility.

Pattern Energy operates in the United States and Canada, with offices in San Francisco, Houston, San Diego, New York and Toronto. Pattern Energy Group LP's corporate headquarters are in San Francisco

Job Purpose Pattern Energy is excited to hire our summer 2024 Interns! Pattern’s Summer Internship Program gives undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience to develop technical skills, as well as a better understanding of the renewable industry. This internship program will run for approximately 10-12 weeks and include a formal welcome, mentorship opportunities, and executive exposure. This is one way that Pattern Energy supports the larger renewable community and invests in the next generation of great minds. The Legal Intern will work directly with attorneys and paralegals in Pattern Energy’s legal department. The Legal Intern will be exposed to variety of legal disciplines and functions, including operations and real estate. The Legal Intern will work on a diverse mix of assignments and on a range of transactions, projects, and policy matters.

Key Accountabilities As a Legal Intern, your primary responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

  • Working closely with the legal team and collaborating with other Pattern Energy stakeholders to help define, create, and edit legal documents
  • Performing legal research and analysis and preparing legal memoranda on various areas of law
  • Providing other assistance on various projects as needed

Experience/Qualifications/Education Required

  • Rising 2L or 3L law student pursing a Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school, preferably top 25% class rank
  • Should be intellectually curious, flexible, and passionate about renewable energy
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to express ideas effectively and fluently
  • Ability to work in a collaborative environment where teamwork and independent work ethic are essential
  • Ability to synthesize and organize large amounts of data
  • Ability to organize time well and set proper priorities

This position will commence in late May/early June through August 2024.

The expected starting pay range for this role is $20.00 - $32.00. This range is an estimate and base pay may be based on several factors including but not limited to location, previous work experience, certifications, and education level. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s provides an invaluable hands-on internship experience.

Pattern Energy Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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