Intern, Legal

RWE Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, fixed term

Functional area: Legal / Compliance
Remuneration: Non-Exempt

The Legal Intern at RWE Americas will work with industry experts, contribute to real-world projects, forge valuable connections, and grow personally and professionally in the sustainable energy sector.  Reporting to the VP of Corporate Legal Services but engaging in projects from across the legal function, including M&A, real estate, compliance, and regulatory, the intern will assist with legal research, contract and lease review, M&A diligence, and corporate governance matters. 

Role Responsibilities: 

• Conduct legal research on a variety of topics and draft business-oriented summaries of the same
• Assist with drafting of agreements, filings, consents, corporate governance documents and other documents
• Ensure contracts adhere to legal standards
• Liaise with stakeholders to gather information
• Actively participate in legal meetings and trainings
• Assist with the implementation of new legal operations processes designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the legal team
• Assist with the creation of training and Legal 411 videos tailored to both legal colleagues and business clients
• Provide administrative support to the legal team as needed, including taking notes during meetings and hearings, organizing legal files and similar

Job Requirements and Experiences: 

• Enrolled in an accredited US university Juris Doctor (JD) program
• No substantive legal experience is required; some familiarity with contract law concepts from a course or law school clinic is preferred
• Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Ability to multi-task while working independently and as part of a team
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable

This is a full-time 12-week summer internship starting the first week of June in our Austin, TX, or Chicago, IL, office.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range: The hourly base salary range for this position in Illinois for undergraduates is $25.00 - $35.00 an hour, and for graduates is $30.00 - $40.00. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Paid time off and Holidays.

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

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors – Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.