2027 Summer Internship - Legal Services/Compliance

Duquesne Light Company • United States, United States • 1w ago

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

2027 Program Information

Duquesne Light Company offers summer internships that provide a hands-on, meaningful employment opportunity in a supportive setting that cultivates learning and collaboration. Duquesne Light's internship program will provide you with a valuable experience and a solid start to your career in various disciplines.

Internships are full-time (40 hours/week), paid, and run for 12 weeks (May-August).

Internships are located in Pittsburgh and follow DLH's Hybrid Work Model (described below).

Candidates must be full-time, degree-seeking students enrolled in an accredited college or university

Candidates must be in good academic standing.

Candidates must be willing to work the required schedule as defined in the job description.

Demonstrated leadership ability through studies, employment or extracurricular activities.

Aptitude for problem solving; strong communication skills.

Overall Purpose:

Becoming a top-performing utility requires forward thinking, the ability to balance risk and strict compliance with ever-changing federal regulations, and strong governmental relations - which is where the Office of General Counsel (OGC) department comes in.

The OGC leverages the synergies between legal, compliance, internal audit and enterprise risk management, collectively providing corporate services to Duquesne Light Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries, including Duquesne Light Company and TEN. The OGC also includes the Corporate Secretary function for all Duquesne entities, including the governance of the ownership group and the Board of Directors.

The OGC seeks intern(s) for full-time (40 hours/week) positions for the Summer 2026 Internship program.

Location: Hybrid (see below), downtown Pittsburgh, PA

Education/Experience:

Education Required: Second year law student at an accredited law school.

Experience Preferred: Prior business experience.

Skills and Abilities Utilized in this Role Include:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment.

Other:

Applicants must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and social media screen.

Why you'll love working here: We live by our values!

We are safe above all else. We must keep ourselves, each other, our customers and communities safe.

We are guided by our commitment to integrity and never compromising on ethics.

We are dependable, collaborative and steady; we are a trusted partner to all.

We believe in equity and equal access to work, resources and opportunities are critical elements of a clean energy future for all.

We are ingrained in our community; we work where we live and are committed to serving our vibrant, diverse communities.

Hybrid Work

Position follows our hybrid work model, with a minimum of two days working in the office and the remaining days working remotely. Reporting location and frequency may be subject to change based on job role and department needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at HR@duqlight.com and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.

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