Summer Legal Associate
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Job Location:
Annapolis, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
New Energy Equity is seeking a Summer Legal Associate to support our in-house Legal team during
Summer 2026. This role is designed for a law student interested in renewable energy and commercial transactions. The Summer Legal Associate will work directly with New Energy Equity attorneys on active matters and produce practical business-facing work product (memos issue spotting redlines and playbooks). This role is only available to rising ILs only.
Key Responsibilities
- Support real estate and site control matters including review of solar leases easements access rights and related exhibits (under attorney supervision).
- Assist with title and survey review by identifying and summarizing potential legal issues and recommended next steps.
- Review and redline commercial agreements such as NDAs vendor MSAs/SOWs consulting agreements and other project-related contracts (scope will vary based on experience).
- Support transaction diligence and closing processes by maintaining checklists tracking deliverables and drafting short diligence summaries.
- Conduct targeted legal research and write concise practical issue memos on topics relevant to renewable energy development (e.g. permitting land use contract risk allocation).
- Help improve internal legal tools such as playbooks clause libraries templates and intake/checklist workflows.
- Participate in internal meetings with cross-functional stakeholders (Development Construction Finance Operations) to understand business context and timelines.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a J.D. program at an ABA-accredited law school (rising 1Ls ONLY).
- Demonstrated interest in commercial transactions real estate renewable energy or infrastructure.
- Excellent legal research writing and communication skills (ability to translate legal risk into business-friendly guidance).
- Strong attention to detail and comfort working with contract markups/redlines.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and work effectively with a team.
- Ability to work
on-site in Annapolis MD for the duration of the program (no remote option).
Preferred
- Coursework or experience in real estate energy law environmental law corporate law or contract drafting.
- Prior internship/clinic experience (in-house law firm government or renewable energy sector).
- Comfort working with spreadsheets or organizing diligence trackers (helpful but not required).
Program Details
- Program length: 810 weeks
- Schedule: Full-time (typically 40 hours/week)
- Beginning: June 4 2026
- Work location: In-person at NEEs Annapolis Maryland office
- Housing: Not Provided
- Compensation: $20 per hour
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
The expected annual compensation range for this position is $20 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate based on the positions requirements. Specific compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary depending on factors such as relevant knowledge skills training experience and market conditions. Additionally this position may qualify for a comprehensive benefits package including Retirement Benefits Medical Dental & Vision Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance and Disability Tuition Reimbursement Voluntary Benefits Paid Absences and more.
About Us:
At New Energy Equity a proud subsidiary of ALLETE were leading the charge in transforming the energy landscape with innovative solar solutions . As a top player in the renewable energy sector weve successfully developed over 600MW of solar projects and closed more than $1.2 billion in clean energy investments . Our projects deliver sustainable electricity to a wide range of clients including commercial industrial municipal and utility customers . But theres more to us than just impressive numbers. We pride ourselves on a dynamic and engaging work environment where teamwork continuous learning and environmental stewardship are at the core of what we do . Our inclusive and collaborative culture encourages creativity and innovation making our office a place where every idea is valued and growth is a priority . At New Energy Equity youll join a passionate team that not only drives the clean energy future but also enjoys celebrating our successes together . With over 250 projects across the U.S. our supportive atmosphere ensures a balanced work-life dynamic and a fun fulfilling career path . Join us and be part of a forward-thinking company where your contributions are celebrated and your professional development is supported as we work towards a brighter sustainable future .
The statements above outline the essential functions nature and level of work expected as of the documents preparation date. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities. New Energy Equity reserves the right to modify this job description at any time without notice.
New Energy Equity is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal state or local law.
If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment contact our HR department at
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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About Company
With diverse experience and a team of in-house experts, New Energy Equity has successfully completed hundreds of solar projects around the country, totaling more than 310 megawatts—and growing.
