Paralegal Intern

Company Summary Statement

As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.

Overview

Position Summary: 

 

A PPL Intern/Cooperative Associate is a temporarily employed full-time college student in an accredited four-year institution of higher learning, who is offered a work-study program designed to give college students practical work experience in their field of study. This program often helps students determine career interests. Beyond the scope of the actual tasks performed, the student becomes familiar with a corporate environment and gains practical skills and knowledge to supplement their classroom experience. Joining PPL as an intern/cooperative associate provides you with the opportunity to explore possible career opportunities along with: Meeting senior executives, Becoming members of business resource groups, Participating in community service projects, and Contributing to departmental goals.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: 

 

Enrolled in an accredited college or university program. Enrolled in a curriculum leading to a baccalaureate, juris doctor, masters degree in Law or related field of study. Technical/Trade school and paralegal requirements differ. Enrolled on a full-time basis (12 semester hours). Have an acceptable overall (cumulative) grade point average, not lower than a 3.0. Eligible to work in accordance with Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS) regulations. Able to provide an official student transcript and other required information. 18 years of age or older.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

 

Able to work in a team environment. Able to demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities: 

 

Assist paralegals and attorneys in the Office of General Counsel of PPL Corporation (OGC) by conducting legal research and writing, providing support to ongoing legal department annual filings, projects, and assisting on general administrative matters. Must be enrolled in an accredited paralegal program and be enrolled in or have already attained a Bachelor's degree.

• Provide assistance to in-house paralegals and attorneys representing PPL Corporation and its subsidiaries.
• Conduct timely and high-quality legal research, fact investigation and preparation of draft documents under the supervision of an in-house paralegal.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and work well under business pressures.
• Provide assistance with general OGC administrative matters, as needed.