Corporate Law Intern (Summer '27)

A-C Electric Company; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A-C Electric Company invites you to join its 10-week summer Internship Experience in Bakersfield, CA, offering hands-on exposure to corporate law within construction and electrical contracting. You will work directly with in-house counsel and leaders on contracts, governance, and compliance processes that support multimillion-dollar projects.

You'll gain practical experience in contract review, compliance documentation, and risk management, while participating in mentorship, networking events,

Qualifications

• Enrolled student pursuing a degree with an interest in corporate law and construction industry.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) for 10 weeks during Summer 2027.

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 presentation to company leaders
• Attend Meet & Greets and networking events with senior leaders and industry professionals
• 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

Skills

Contract management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Research abilities

Education

Undergraduate student major in Pre-Law/Legal Studies/Political Science

Tools

Document management systems

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
• 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

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.