Legal Intern - (2400038W)
Internship Position Description:
The Department of Energy Resources’ (DOER) mission is to create a clean, affordable, equitable and resilient energy future for all residents, including low-income and Environmental Justice populations, businesses, communities, and institutions in the Commonwealth. To meet these objectives, DOER develops and implements policies and programs to ensure the adequacy, security, diversity, and cost-effectiveness of the Commonwealth's energy supply. DOER is committed to working to promote energy programs and policies that are developed and implemented to ensure environmental justice among all the Commonwealth's citizens, communities, businesses, and institutions.
DOER is seeking a legal intern for the summer of 2023 to gain practical experience and to assist in providing legal services and support to DOER staff on various energy matters including administrative proceedings before the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) as well as other matters involving the energy industry in the Commonwealth. The intern may work on a variety of energy policy and regulatory matters concerning energy efficiency, solar, renewable and alternative energy, Massachusetts Green Communities, alternative transportation and the impacts these policies may have on all energy consumers, including Environmental Justice, low-income, and vulnerable populations.
COVER LETTER & RESUME REQUIRED with application.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of statutory, regulatory, or similar legal frameworks.
Hours per week:
Other relevant information:
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Please see Preferred Qualifications.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of statutory, regulatory, or similar legal frameworks.
Comprehensive Benefits
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Contracted Student Interns
: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street
: Environmental and Energy
: Department of Energy Resources
: Full-time
: Day
: Mar 25, 2024, 3:56:16 PM
: 1
: 23.00 - 35.00 Hourly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Andrea Rivera Casul - 8572746194
Bargaining Unit: Non
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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