Law Clerk Summer Legal Intern 2024

As the Law Clerk, you will develop a basic understanding of the legal foundations of a renewable energy project developer and owner. You will deploy your outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail to create a more efficient method for accessing information about Scout’s legal agreements. The Law Clerk will report directly to the General Counsel and other attorneys on Scout’s legal team.

You will be responsible for developing a database of executed contracts and providing support on a range of other legal tasks. The organization resulting from your work will help Scout’s legal team build a strong foundation for the firm’s future growth. Key tasks will include the following:

• Reviewing existing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), master service agreement (MSAs), master consulting service agreements (MCSAs), engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts, and real estate agreements, among others.
• Identifying key terms and conditions, major deviations from standard agreements, and any other issues of concern.
• Assisting with revising contract forms.
• Assisting with entity formation and corporate governance related tasks.
• Where appropriate, make strategic recommendations to manage risk.

Beyond these contract duties, additional tasks may include the following:

• Completing policy and legal research projects for Director-Level team members.
• Diligence support for M&A transactions.
• Observing relevant discussions with the development, construction, and financing teams, as possible.

Furthermore, you will be exposed to the energy industry and the complicated regulatory ecosystem within which it resides, as well as the role of in-house counsel.

The time commitment for this internship is fairly flexible. We anticipate that the Law Clerk will work approximately 15-20 hours per week during the summer, with the possibility of approximately 10 hours per week while classes are in session. 

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a law degree.
• Interest in business law or the energy industry.
• Strong writing skills.
• Detail-oriented with superior organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a flat organization, successfully leveraging the expertise of multiple colleagues in different lines of reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Timeline and Location  

This internship will begin in May 2024.   

We anticipate a 40-hour-per-week commitment for 12 weeks.  

Our ideal candidate will be willing to work at our Boulder, CO office per the requirements of the Summer Internship Program. 

Scout’s Values 

• Mission-Orientation. High achievers who want to make a difference in this world and contribute to Scout’s stated mission.  
• Teamwork. Respectful and appreciative colleagues with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals. 
• Safety. Uncompromising advocates for the health and safety of fellow employees, contractors, customers, and community members. 
• Integrity. Ethical professionals who do the right thing even when it is difficult. 
• Initiative. Resourceful self-motivators who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment because of their exceptional leadership, work ethic, and organizational skills.  
• Intelligence. Problem-solving learners who can make informed decisions quickly and create innovative and pragmatic solutions to challenging problems. 

Invitation to Women and U.S. Underrepresented Groups 

• We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity.

Invitation to Veterans 

• Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty. 

Benefits

Compensation  

$25-30 an hour