Legal Intern Job at Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Little Rock, AR

  • Midcontinent Independent System Operator
  • Little Rock, AR

Job Description

Description Sorry no VISA sponsorship opportunities...including OPT/CPT. Ready to power up your future? Are you pursuing a degree in Law, Political Science, Environmental/Energy Policy, or a related field and searching for a career-igniting summer internship in 2027? Do you want to see your ideas make a real impact—helping MISO keep the lights on for 45 million people by driving innovations that boost system reliability, resilience, and performance, and tackling some of the most complex technical challenges in the energy industry? If that sparks your interest, keep reading… Rate: $22 USD per hour What You’ll Do As a MISO Intern: Take on meaningful, high‑impact legal projects, gaining exposure to how MISO’s Legal & Federal Affairs team supports the organization through research, drafting, reviewing materials, and learning the fundamentals of utility regulatory and corporate law. Work closely with attorneys and team members in LittleRock to understand how legal considerations influence MISO’s operations, federal compliance, and broader business objectives. Participate in lunch & learn sessions, cross‑departmental networking, and mentorship experiences that help you understand how every part of MISO supports reliable power delivery to 45 million people. Contribute to real‑world assignments such as policy research, basic contract language review, organizational governance support, stakeholder considerations, or other early‑career legal tasks suitable for undergraduate students. Attend community service events, intern socials, networking activities, and development programming to help you grow your confidence, build relationships, and understand MISO’s broader mission. Wrap up the summer with a final presentation summarizing your project work, recommendations, and areas of impact. What We Offer: Competitive pay plus housing assistance for qualified students. A collaborative, mission-driven culture where your contributions matter. An internship that blends technical challenge, professional development, and fun. An average of 40 hours per week on site in our LittleRock, AR office. Potential to extend internship to part‑time remote work during the school year. We Are Looking For Students Who… Are pursuing Law, Political Science, Environmental/Energy Policy, or a related degree. Demonstrate curiosity and eagerness to learn, accountability, mission‑driven focus, respect, and collaboration — the core values your Legal & Federal Affairs team prioritizes. Communicate clearly and professionally and are comfortable conducting research, reviewing language, and supporting legal processes. Are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Teams, and Copilot. Exhibit strong analytical thinking, professionalism, organization, and attention to detail. Are excited about gaining exposure to how federal affairs, corporate legal considerations, and regulatory obligations intersect in a real‑world energy environment. To be eligible for the program, you must be available to start Wednesday, June 2 nd, 2027 and continue through Friday, August 13 th, 2027. No VISA sponsorship opportunities, including OPT/CPT. Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever‑changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely hardworking and dedicated team does every day. Qualifications Skills Preferred Microsoft PowerPoint (Immediate): Some Knowledge Microsoft Word (Immediate): Some Knowledge Microsoft Excel (Immediate): Some Knowledge Education Preferred Bachelors or better in Communication Bachelors or better in History Bachelors or better in Public Policy Bachelors or better in Political Science Bachelors or better in Business Administration Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor. Job Category: Legal Full-Time #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Part time, Summer work, Internship, Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work, Visa sponsorship

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