Law Clerk Intern Fall 2026

Solar Energy Industries Association; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) invites a Law Clerk Intern to support the General Counsel's Office on corporate governance, contracts, and consumer protection matters for SEIA and its subsidiaries. The role emphasizes legal research, memo drafting, and cross-department coordination.

This in-office internship in Washington, DC offers 15-20 hours per week with three in-office days, including Wednesdays for cohort touch bases.

Qualifications

• This internship is for law students or law school graduates.
• Strong research and memo drafting skills are required.
• Proficiency in MS Office is a plus and research tools are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on corporate matters and state lobbying laws.
• Review consumer protection developments affecting residential members.
• Assist with contract lifecycle management and drafting SOPs.
• Participate in calls and coordinate with SEIA departments.

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

2nd or 3rd year Law student

Tools

Lexis

Westlaw

EQResearch

MS Office

Job description

Company Profile

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the national trade association for the solar and storage industry and represents more than 1,000 member companies and an industry workforce of more than 255,000 across the United States. SEIA is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy and is creating the framework for solar to reach 30% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. We work with our member companies and strategic partners to advocate for policies that create jobs and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power.

Company Profile

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the national trade association for the solar and storage industry and represents more than 1,000 member companies and an industry workforce of more than 255,000 across the United States. SEIA is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy and is creating the framework for solar to reach 30% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. We work with our member companies and strategic partners to advocate for policies that create jobs and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power.

SEIA does this by supporting pro-solar policies at the state and federal level, developing cutting-edge market research, hosting educational events and webinars, and serving as the voice of the solar and storage industry.

SEIA employees are passionate, forward-thinking leaders who start every day knowing that their work makes a difference. SEIA fosters an inclusive, lively company culture that values our employees’ varied backgrounds and experiences and celebrates team success. The Association has earned numerous awards for its work and company culture and was named The Washington Post as a Top Workplace in 2023 and 2024 and by the Nonprofit Times as one of the "Best Nonprofits to Work For" in America in April 2022.

Internship/Position Description

The Law Clerk Intern supports the General Counsel's Office on legal issues affecting the association and its members. The Law Clerk would work on matters related to corporate governance, legal operations, contracts, political law, and consumer protection for SEIA and its subsidiaries. This person would assist with legal research, drafting memos, and coordinating with SEIA's departments.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a law student to work on a wide range of in-house matters to support the needs of a growing trade association and renewable energy industry.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct legal research on corporate matters (e.g., new state lobbying laws)
• Review consumer protection developments that impact residential members (e.g., litigation trends)
• Assist with contract lifecycle management
• Participating in calls
• Assist with drafting & reviewing SOPs

Requirements

• Effective Problem Solver able to "Think outside the Box."
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Flexible and able to pivot effectively between multiple tasks
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Experience with Lexis, Westlaw, EQResearch, and/or other research tools is a plus

Academic Majors:

2nd or 3rd Year Law Student Preferred. This position is specifically for Law Students or Law School Graduates

Compensation:

This position pays $19/hour. The internship will start September 21st through December 11th.

Working Conditions

• This position is 15-20 hours/week
• This internship is based in the Washington, DC office
• Interns MUST be in the office on designated team days (3 days a week) and specifically on Wednesdays for cohort touch base.

Working at SEIA

SEIA welcomes different perspectives, identities, and backgrounds, working collaboratively in support of our mission, regardless of job function. We believe this creates a more resilient organization that supports a strong, equitable solar industry. SEIA envisions an industry that is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect for all.

SEIA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. SEIA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we employ staff. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

SEIA is an EVerify employer.