Legal Summer Internship Program

Middle River Power•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Middle River Power (MRP) Legal Summer Internship Program is designed for high-potential J.D. candidates seeking a summer legal internship at the intersection of power generation, investing, and operations management. Interns will be embedded in live work, exposed to real decisions, and expected to contribute meaningfully. They will work alongside senior leaders across Legal, Asset Management, M&A, and Commercial functions, gaining insight into how an energy business operates, grows, and succeeds. This program aims to accelerate junior talent and build a broad foundation of exposure at the intersection of legal, finance, business, and energy.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a J.D. program (rising 2L preferred) in Chicago, IL.
Strong analytical foundation.
Interest in research, legal drafting, and document review.
Ability to synthesize complex legal, commercial and operational information into clear, actionable insights and communicate them effectively to senior stakeholders.
Self-directed mindset, take ownership of work, and actively seek feedback.
Coachability, curiosity, and readiness to learn quickly in a fast-paced, real-world environment.

Nice To Haves

An understanding of power markets or energy fundamentals is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with reviewing and drafting complex commercial agreements specific to the energy industry, including by issue spotting and providing practical and actionable advice.
Assist with legal diligence, document review and drafting, and liaising with internal counsel, outside counsel and MRP business stakeholders in connection with M&A and financing transactions.
Assist with regulatory research and compliance, including with respect to permitting, development and interconnection matters.
Assist with entity structuring and corporate governance records, and related administration, management and planning initiatives.
Handle ad hoc responsibilities and projects as legal and business needs dictate, including learning about interconnection queue challenges, FERC regulations, tax credits and regional grid dynamics.