Legal Department Intern

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

Acciona Internship Program

As part of the Acciona Internship Program, you'll be assigned specific projects and goals, carefully defined by your manager, to bring your field of study to life through hands-on experience.

You’ll also have the chance to connect with fellow interns during exciting activities, such as a site visit to our Wind and PV facility, a summer company outing, and weekly intern lunches every Friday. You'll be part of our vibrant Chicago office community, where you can join various events and wellness activities open to all employees.

Our downtown Chicago office offers a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and break-out areas. Enjoy daily perks like coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building’s fitness center, making it an inspiring and comfortable place to work.

Interns will work 40h a week, on site in the Chicago office.

Job Description Summary:

Acciona is a global pioneer in the area of renewable energy and is actively pursuing the acquisition, development, and operation of wind, solar, battery storage, and other renewable energy assets in North America. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to contribute to the North American legal function of a progressive, fast-growing global organization with an entrepreneurial spirit.

The Summer Legal Intern will be located in Chicago, Illinois, and will report to the General Counsel and Senior Vice President, Legal.

Main responsibilities:

Under the supervision of practicing lawyers,

• Assist in the review and preparation of corporate formation and other standard legal documentation.
• Provide support in connection with legal filings and other compliance matters.
• Assist in the updating and reorganization of digital legal folders.
• Support projects to improve the operational efficiency of the Legal Department.
• Provide an additional point of contact for the legal department in its interactions with the other corporate departments.
• Support overall functioning of the office of General Counsel.

• Currently enrolled and in law school
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• The ability to prioritize and work to meet deadlines.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with standard programs such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Hourly Rate: $18 – $30 per hour (based on years of education and degree -BA, JD)

Benefits

Additional to your base compensation, we offer other employment incentives like the possibility to enroll in the company’s benefit coverage during your internship (medical, dental, vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program, HSA company contribution, FSA options).

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.