Legal Intern - Battery Storage (BESS)

Company Overview

Plus Power is an energy storage market leader, with a market-leading 10+ GW portfolio across more than 25 US states and Canadian provinces that will transform North American electric grids into cleaner and more versatile critical infrastructure.

Standalone energy storage is rapidly transforming the North American energy markets, because it is cheaper than new natural gas plants, faster to build than fossil peakers or transmission, and able to perform diverse energy services. Plus Power partners with electricity system operators, utilities, and investors to originate, develop, finance, own and operate standalone energy storage projects that provide critical services to the wholesale electric market. Plus Power’s team applies an intentional mindset to energy storage development by using a data-driven approach to development and operations.

At Plus Power, we are focused on solving hard climate problems, profitably. We are growing fast, and value candidates who, like us, share a focus on setting high expectations, owning and learning from mistakes in the spirit of radical transparency, and are committed to internal partnering as a key element of our ideas meritocracy. Our team praises Plus Power’s culture and excels through our game-changing mission and supportive ecosystem.

About the Role

Plus Power recruits outstanding energy project professionals who are driven to build assets that decarbonize the U.S. energy markets and grow their own careers. Our team looks for data-driven and fact-based mindsets, engaging and collaborative behaviors, and personal growth-focused professionals.

Plus Power is looking to hire a Legal Intern in their 2nd year of law school. They will become an integral part of the Legal team for the summer of 2024. As a Legal Intern, you will engage with diverse departments, make substantive contributions to our Legal Team's efforts, and gain valuable insights into our dynamic business and the world of battery storage. This opportunity will provide the successful candidate with a wide range of experiences with which to build on their career after graduation.

Position Overview

The Legal Intern will be focused on a diverse range of legal matters and serve as a supporting resource in the negotiation and execution of a wide array of contracts that are integral to the successful development of the company’s projects. This role will have opportunities to support and collaborate with teams across Plus Power’s functional groups, including Development, EPC, Finance, Asset Management, and Transmission & Interconnection.

The ideal candidate is flexible to accommodate changing priorities, is comfortable working with different team members and will take ownership to finalize the tasks assigned. Interest in pursuing a career as an Attorney in the Renewable Energy Sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure contracts adhere to legal standards, including format and language

• Gather crucial information for legal cases and projects, including examining precedents and regulations

• Create concise documents summarizing legal issues and research findings

• Thoroughly examine contracts, ensuring compliance with legal requirements

• Actively participate in legal meetings, assisting with notetaking and preparation

• Verify accuracy and completeness of legal information, including investigating parties’ backgrounds

• Organize and maintain documents, support administrative tasks to streamline operations

  Skills & Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited US university Juris Doctor (JD) program; completion of 2nd year of law school preferred

• Familiarity with contract law concepts

• Proficient in both written and verbal communication

• Capable of multitasking and excelling both as an independent worker and a team contributor

• A motivated self-starter with a goal-oriented mindset and strong problem-solving capabilities

• Ability to work under minimal supervision

• Ability to work well in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical team members

• Strong presentation and writing skills

• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office products – Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Organized with a high attention to detail

• English fluency is required

Compensation, Location, and Benefits

Highly competitive total compensation from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers, owners and operators. Flexible, work from home or hybrid work from Plus Power’s offices in San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, Seattle, and Palm Beach.

The expected hourly range* for this position begins at $30/hour. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic labor market, and other factors consistent with applicable law.

The deadline* for applying to this role is 30 days from the date of initial posting (5.3.2024).

Plus Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds can thrive. Plus Power is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

*This information is provided in accordance with applicable law.