Intern - Legal

Berkshire Hathaway Energy•Omaha, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This temporary, nonexempt internship is designed for college students pursuing a bachelor’s degree who plan to obtain a law degree after completing their undergraduate education. The intern will gain exposure to legal and compliance projects and activities, apply knowledge and skills learned in college, demonstrate abilities in the workplace, and become familiar with industry practice. The position is located on-site in the company’s Omaha, Nebraska office. Under the direction of senior legal staff, the intern supports legal work related to the operation of a major interstate pipeline system. The role also involves supporting assigned client groups and communicating with company personnel and external parties as directed or assigned. The intern is expected to complete work accurately and on time, maintain professional competence and confidentiality, pursue professional development and training, attend work regularly, and follow company policies and workplace safety rules.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree and interested in a legal career.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts succinctly and clearly.
Strong reasoning and analytical abilities.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with AI tools and associated responsible AI principles, information governance, data privacy, and confidentiality obligations.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to independently conduct research in unfamiliar areas of law and business.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to support company employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Preference for candidates in the top 20% of their class.

Responsibilities

Draft, interpret, and analyze legal documents, which may include property acquisitions, construction contracts, compliance reports, audits, safety reporting, and other documents related to operating a major interstate pipeline system.
Review legislative and regulatory activity and conduct legal research as directed.
Support assigned client groups by reviewing regulatory and judicial orders, legislative changes, and regulatory rules and policies.
Communicate with internal company personnel as directed or assigned, including field operations, customer service/business development management and teams, and pipeline safety personnel.
Communicate with external parties as directed or assigned.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
Enhance job knowledge and abilities through personal responsibility for professional development and training.
Complete assigned responsibilities within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.
Maintain professional competence, knowledge, and skills needed to complete responsibilities effectively, including developing legal and industry knowledge.
Maintain sensitive and confidential company information.
Attend work regularly and support company employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.