2027 Contracts Summer Internship

AC Electric Company; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A-C Electric Company offers a 10-week summer internship in our in-house legal team, providing hands-on experience with contracts, compliance, and corporate governance within the construction and electrical contracting industry.

You will work directly with in-house counsel and company leaders, gaining insights into multimillion-dollar projects, while developing professional skills through mentorship, networking events, and project work.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student pursuing a degree relevant to corporate law or construction industry.
• Interest in corporate law and construction industry.
• Available for 10 weeks during Summer 2027 (full-time).

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing and drafting contracts, subcontracts, and amendments.
• Research applicable laws, regulations, and compliance requirements impacting the construction industry.
• Support the management of corporate legal files, including contract databases, licensing records, and policy documents.
• Help prepare documentation for corporate governance, including board meeting materials and compliance reports.
• Review insurance certificates, bonding documents, and subcontractor agreements for accuracy and compliance.
• Participate in Book Club assignments to build communication and leadership skills.
• Contribute to a LEAN project focused on improving legal or compliance workflows, culminating in a formal presentation to company leaders.

Skills

Contract review

Drafting contracts

Regulatory compliance

Research skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Pre-Law / Legal Studies / Political Science

Enrolled student (graduation by Aug 2029)

Tools

Contract databases

Job description

The A-C Electric Company Internship Experience Program offers a hands-on, immersive learning opportunity for students interested in corporate law within the construction and electrical contracting industry. Over the course of this 10-week summer internship, you will work directly with in-house counsel and company leaders to gain insight into the legal, compliance, and contractual processes that support multimillion-dollar construction projects.

You’ll gain valuable experience in contract review, compliance documentation, corporate governance, and risk management, while developing professional skills through networking events, mentorship, and project work.

About You:

• We are looking for humble and hungry, agile students who have a drive for results, a desire to learn, and who can quickly build relationships.
• We are looking for students who are passionate about engineering and the construction industry.

Desired Majors:

Pre-Law, Legal Studies, or Political Science

Key Responsibilities:

Over the course of our 10-week internship experience you will have the opportunity to:

• Assist in reviewing and drafting contracts, subcontracts, and amendments
• Research applicable laws, regulations, and compliance requirements impacting the construction industry
• Support the management of corporate legal files, including contract databases, licensing records, and policy documents
• Help prepare documentation for corporate governance, including board meeting materials and compliance reports
• Review insurance certificates, bonding documents, and subcontractor agreements for accuracy and compliance
• Participate in Book Club assignments to build communication and leadership skills
• Contribute to a LEAN project focused on improving legal or compliance workflows, culminating in a formal presentation to company leaders

Attend “Meet & Greets” and networking events with senior leaders and industry professionals

Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/Experience):

• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) for 10 weeks during Summer 2027
• Enrolled student attending a college or university with an expected graduation on or before August 2029

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• We’re looking for students who have shown solid academic performance — at least a 3.0 GPA in upper-division courses for your major, or a 2.75 GPA overall.
• Exceptional organizational and collaboration skills as demonstrated through leadership positions on teams and/or in student or civic organizations.
• Strong technical experiences as demonstrated through technical projects, research, or engineering internships.
• Exceptional communication skills, interest, and enthusiasm related to electrical engineering and/or construction.

Relocation:

• Must be able to relocate to Bakersfield, CA for the entirety of the internship.
• Practical Legal Experience: Exposure to in-house legal operations in the construction industry
• Mentorship: Guidance from experienced corporate counsel and senior leaders
• Professional Networking: Connections with executives, legal professionals, and industry peers
• Skill Development: Training in contract management, compliance, and corporate governance
• Career Insights: Learn about career opportunities in corporate, construction, and compliance law

Pay range: Pay Range: $19.00/hr. - $24.00/hr. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.

*A-C Electric Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

A-C Electric Company is an affirmative action, equal opportunity, M/F/D/V employer.