Legal Intern - Summer 2026
About The Position
OUC – The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second-largest municipal utility in Florida, is offering an internship program in the Office of General Counsel division. The OUC Internship Program is dedicated to providing students with real-world, hands-on experience by partnering with energy leaders and experienced professionals, while bringing new and out-of-the-box perspectives and ideas that are essential for fostering the creativity and growth of any business. OUC’s internship program provides emerging talent with an immersive view of the utility industry through on-the-job training, educational sessions, self-paced learning courses, and individual or team projects. We are looking for a Legal Intern. During this internship, you will partner with the Office of General Counsel team.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university
- Academic status of Freshman or above.
- Program of study: Pre-law, Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above at the time of application.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Previous internship experience preferred
- Strong ability to organize electronic files, research materials, and documentation
- Experience using online research databases and legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw)
- Familiarity with legislative tracking platforms and regulatory research
- Basic experience with data analysis and/or legal document review
- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and analyze legal issues
- Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise written summaries
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and proactive; able to work independently.
- Ability to prioritize and resolve issues under deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Proven ability to learn new skills quickly.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a research assistant to attorneys by supporting contract and document review, legal research, and analysis across a variety of legal matters
- Analyze proposed legislation, regulations, and policy changes to assess potential legal, operational, and compliance impacts
- Observe the day-to-day operations of a public-sector legal department and gain insight into how public bodies operate within legal constraints
- Assist legal and compliance staff with special projects, including policy development, regulatory filings, and internal compliance initiatives
- Participate in meetings, hearings, and briefings (as appropriate) to gain exposure to real-world public-sector legal processes
- Develop professional legal research, writing, and analytical skills in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Career acceleration and development
- Free access to on-site fitness centers at all locations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
