Legal Intern

Development of college students who are pursuing a bachelor's degree with plans to obtain law degree upon completion of undergraduate education. Intern will be exposed to a variety of legal and compliance projects and activities that will provide an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills learned in college and demonstrate abilities in the workplace, while gaining exposure to industry practice. This is a temporary, nonexempt position located in Omaha, Nebraska. Interns in this role are expected to work on-site in the Omaha office.

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with an interest in a legal career with a preference for candidates in the top 20% of their class. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to convey complex concepts succinctly and clearly

• Strong reasoning and analytical abilities

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Familiarity with use of AI tools and associated responsible AI principles, information governance, data privacy, and confidentiality obligations

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to independently conduct research in unfamiliar areas of law and business

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

• Support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.

• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Under the direction of senior legal staff, drafts, interprets and provides analysis related to various legal documents, which may include property acquisitions, construction contracts, compliance reports, audits, safety reporting and other documents related to the operation of a major interstate pipeline system; reviews legislative and regulatory activity and performs legal research as directed; supports assigned client group by reviewing regulatory and judicial orders, legislative changes, and regulatory rules and policies; and performs additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Communications / Contacts

Internal - company personnel as directed or assigned, including field operations, customer service/business development management and teams, and pipeline safety. 

External - as directed or assigned

Performance Expectations

• Enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.

• Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.

• Maintain professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance both legal and industry knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.

• Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.

• Attend work on a regular basis and support the company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.

Pay Range: $19.00 - $23.00