2027 Summer Intern- Legal

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation • Charleston, WV

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (“DGOC”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy Company PLC. DGOC is an established owner and operator of producing natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin. Our 10–14-week summer internships offer real-world experience working in the daily operations of our rapidly growing company. As a Diversified intern, you will gain exposure to our oil and gas business while assisting with projects aligned with our company goals, utilize your skills and enhance your knowledge in production and operations, engage with and present to Diversified leaders, and take part in professional development activities such as training, site visits, and networking opportunities. An internship with the DGOC legal department might offer exposure/experience in the following areas: Working with a 4-person law department, with attorneys licensed in TX, WV, PA, and KY. Case law research on topics impacting the business units, including real property matters, contract interpretation matters, damage matters. Contract drafting and negotiation – including settlement agreements, damage releases, master service agreements, rights of way, leases, facility relocation agreements. Participate in weekly legal department meetings. Corporate governance related tasks – drafting meeting minutes, corporate resolutions. Negotiations with opposing counsel on potential settlement of claims and litigation. Letter drafting. Due diligence on acquisitions – real property reviews, title reviews, contract reviews and summaries of key points. Assistance in closing of acquisitions and divestitures including management of process and trackers.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a college/university program at the time of internship
• Self-starter with a passion for learning and a strong work ethic
• Eagerness to contribute in a team-oriented environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Responsibilities

• Case law research on topics impacting the business units, including real property matters, contract interpretation matters, damage matters.
• Contract drafting and negotiation – including settlement agreements, damage releases, master service agreements, rights of way, leases, facility relocation agreements.
• Participate in weekly legal department meetings.
• Corporate governance related tasks – drafting meeting minutes, corporate resolutions.
• Negotiations with opposing counsel on potential settlement of claims and litigation.
• Letter drafting.
• Due diligence on acquisitions – real property reviews, title reviews, contract reviews and summaries of key points.
• Assistance in closing of acquisitions and divestitures including management of process and trackers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed