1L Summer Legal Intern

Company Overview

esVolta is independently owned, and we are among the largest players in the US energy storage sector with about 1.5 GWh of projects in operation or construction, and a 20+ GWh development pipeline.

We are headquartered in Newport Beach, California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Our diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors. esVolta is an innovative industry leader in development, design, construction, financing, and management of utility scale energy storage projects.

At esVolta, every employee makes an impact on the company’s growth and profitability, every day. We have a fast-paced, high-performance and team-oriented culture. We value quality of life and flexibility for our employees and strive to help our team members achieve their career goals.

About The Role
We are seeking motivated and energetic individuals to join as a 1L Legal Intern in Summer 2026 to support the legal and advocacy initiatives aimed at protecting the legal interests of our company at regulatory agencies, court jurisdictions, and administrative law and public policy venues within the energy industry. To provide legal, policy, and compliance research and support for a myriad of matters, this person will engage with teams from the development, asset management, commercial operations, environmental, and safety functions within the company.

The intern will gain valuable insights into the dynamic business of battery storage, h ands-on experience in a fast-growing industry, m entorship from experienced legal and policy professionals and n etworking opportunities with peers and industry leaders.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft memos on various legal issues.
• Support the legal and policy team in managing regulatory and administrative legal matters.
• Participate in meetings and provide legal insights to different departments.
• Collaborate on special projects and present findings to senior leadership.

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Strong research, writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Interest in renewable energy and battery storage and related policies is a plus.

Compensation & Location
The hourly rate for this position is listed below. The actual hourly rate offered will depend on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate.

$30.00 per hour

40-hour work week

Location is flexible; option to work-from-home with periodic office visits for in-person engagement or to work from company offices in Newport Beach. Willingness to be remotely based and ability to travel to company offices and project sites.

esVolta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate all forms of diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. However you identify or whatever your path here, we encourage you to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.