Legal Intern

New York Power Authority

. Work within the Licensing and Implementation Section for Legal Affairs at the New York Power Authority .

Posted 11/8/2026internshipAlbany • New York • United StatesEntry Level💰 $17 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal research and analytical skills while supporting compliance and permitting processes in energy-related projects. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, with a focus on Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, to effectively communicate and manage competing priorities.

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Legal ResearchLicense ComplianceMicrosoft Office ProficiencyVerbal and Written CommunicationOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchLicense CompliancePermitting ProcessesAnalytical SkillsProject Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationCustomer ServiceMulti-tasking

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook

Industry Keywords

Hydro Generation FacilitiesRenewable EnergyEnergy PolicyNuclear SitingEnvironmental Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work within the Licensing and Implementation Section for Legal Affairs at the New York Power Authority
Work with attorneys and subject matter experts on license compliance and relicensing for NYPA’s hydro generation facilities
Support permitting bulk electrical transmission projects
Participate in confidential settlement discussions before the NYS Department of Public Service, NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, and other intervener groups
Work on Office of Renewable Energy Siting and immigration/work visa matters
Potentially work with other Legal Affairs sections on renewable generation, nuclear siting, energy policy, contracts, procurement, and related matters
Participate in department-specific projects, analysis, and research
Support development of business solutions contributing to NYPA’s VISION2030 strategic goals
Research industry trends and emerging technologies
Perform other assigned projects based on focus area

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ideal candidate is in their first or second year of law school (summer between 1L and 2L or 2L and 3L)
Enrollment in an associate’s, undergraduate or graduate program at a college or university is required
Recent graduates are not eligible for the Developmental Internship program
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the internship from June 8th - August 13th
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task with competing priorities
Ability to work both independently and collaborate as part of a team
Ability to provide positive customer service for internal and external stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid 10-week Summer Developmental Internship program
Professional development
On-the-job experience in the energy industry
Exposure to executives
Networking opportunities