Legal Intern

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers’ needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we now have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America.

• Paid, full-time summer internship.
• The internship period is June 3, 2024 - August 16, 2024.
• Must be based in Austin, TX.
• Will be required to work in person from the office located in the Domain.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in researching and analyzing legal issues related to energy agreements, including capacity agreements, tolling agreements, and energy services/shared savings agreements
• Support the drafting and review of M&A Agreements, such as purchase and sale agreements, asset purchase agreements, and joint venture agreements 
• Help prepare and review standard corporate contracts, including development services agreements, consulting agreements, and non-disclosure agreements 
• Contribute to the management of real estate agreements, including leases, purchase options, and easements 
• Participate in regulatory compliance efforts related to the power and utility sector 
• Collaborate with the legal team on project finance and tax equity structures 
• Engage in special projects and perform additional duties as required, offering exposure to a broad range of legal tasks 
• Other duties as assigned

Key Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate from an accredited law school
• Strong academic record with an interest in energy law, corporate law, or related fields
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently
• Demonstrated interest in renewable energy, sustainability, or related sectors is a plus
• Basic understanding of the renewable energy industry
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and MS Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple work streams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Ability to work independently on multiple, concurrent projects with revolving, occasionally shifting deadlines and quick turnaround requests

At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.