Intern - Counsel's Office

Description

• Enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably in the clean energy transition.
• Conduct research and writing pertaining to energy efficiency, renewable energy, energy resiliency, building codes, product standards, and climate change, as well as issues concerning the State Environmental Quality Review Act, the Freedom of Information Law, the Open Meetings Law, the State Ethics Law, and any other matter that might come before Counsel’s Office
• Assist attorneys in researching contracting provisions and preparing and reviewing various contracting documents
• From time to time, assist in preparation of responses to Freedom of Information Law requests and other information requests including subpoenas
• Overcome barriers to using clean energy at a large-scale in New York.
• Attract the private sector capital investment needed to expand New York’s clean energy economy.
• Review documents and conduct research regarding nuclear waste and environmental issues concerning the Western New York Nuclear Service Center (West Valley)

Requirements

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, Lexis Advance, and other legal research resources
• Skill in managing multiple activities, delivering on commitments, and operating with speed, accuracy, and strong judgment
• Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community.
• Strong work ethic
• Current student, attending an accredited law school
• Demonstrated ability to research primary and secondary sources
• Must have the ability to work in-person at NYSERDA’s Albany or NYC location half-time

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance