About the role#
This internship is based within the Licensing and Implementation Section of Legal Affairs at the New York Power Authority. You will work alongside attorneys and subject matter experts on legal matters that support the organization's energy infrastructure and strategic goals.
What you'll do#
- Assist with license compliance and relicensing for hydro generation facilities.
- Help with permitting for bulk electrical transmission projects.
- Participate in confidential settlement discussions before the NYS Department of Public Service, the New York Department of Environmental Conservation, and other intervener groups.
- Work on matters related to the Office of Renewable Energy Siting, as well as immigration and work visa cases.
- Collaborate on projects involving renewable generation, nuclear siting, energy policy, contracts, and procurement.
- Conduct research on industry trends and emerging technologies to support program improvements.
- Contribute to business solutions that align with the organization's strategic goals.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an associate, undergraduate, or graduate program at a college or university.
- Preference for candidates currently in their first or second year of law school.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to organize tasks, manage competing priorities, and work both independently and within a team.
- Legal eligibility to work in the United States for the duration of the internship.
Location & details#
- This role is located in either Albany, New York, or White Plains, New York.
- The position follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring at least 3 days per week in the office.
- This is a paid, full-time internship for the Summer 2027 term.
About New York Power Authority
The New York Power Authority is a state public power organization founded in 1931. It operates 17 generating facilities and maintains over 1,550 circuit-miles of transmission lines. Most of the electricity it produces comes from renewable hydropower. The organization is based in White Plains and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It serves a client base that includes government agencies, private utilities, and large companies.
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