Internship - Legal

Calpine • Houston, TX

88d

About The Position

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. Candidates who earn positions in Calpine's competitive, paid internship program in the legal department come away with realistic, practical perspectives regarding the practice of law at an independent energy company. They gain valuable project experience through the internship. For example, they may work individually or with a team. Some may interact with our customers as they perform fieldwork while others conduct in-depth research on vital industry legal topics. This supervised, paid position will allow a rising second- or third-year law student to enhance their knowledge with regard to all aspects of Calpine's legal functions. This position will require the individual to work a normal day shift. This job will be based out of the Calpine Corporation Houston Office (Houston, Texas). This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Recent graduates and current attorneys will not be considered for this position. Outstanding opportunity rising for an incoming second- or third-year law school student to gain experience with a vibrant independent power generation company.

Requirements

• Qualified candidate must be a rising second- or third-year law student and be actively enrolled at an accredited law school at the time of internship
• 3.0 GPA minimum
• Legally able to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship for any employer

Nice To Haves

• A positive, can-do attitude
• Effective organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Drafting and/or reviewing a variety of commercial contracts and documents including industry-standard commodity agreements, operational and asset agreements, real estate agreements, project finance documentation, procurement and supply chain agreements, and confidentiality agreements
• Assisting counsel with due diligence, litigation, permitting issues, regulatory inquiries, corporate records, transaction closings, internal policy review
• Conducting legal research
• Attending meetings with internal business partners
• Working on miscellaneous projects as needed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: No Education Listed