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Diversified Energy Company · 2 days ago

2026 Summer Intern- Legal

Charleston, WV

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Diversified Energy Company is a US-based company focused on natural gas and oil operations. The internship in the legal department provides exposure to legal research, contract drafting, and corporate governance tasks, while offering opportunities for professional development and engagement with company leaders.

EnergyOil and Gas

Responsibilities

Gain exposure to our oil and gas business while assisting with projects aligned with our company goals

Utilize your skills and enhance your knowledge in production and operations

Engage with and present to Diversified leaders

Take part in professional development activities such as training, site visits, and networking opportunities

Based in Charleston, WV

Working with 4 - person law department, with attorneys licensed in TX, WV, PA, and KY

Case law research on topics impacting the business units, including real property matters, contract interpretation matters, damage matters

Contract drafting and negotiation - including settlement agreements, damage releases, master service agreements, rights of way, leases, facility relocation agreements

Participate in weekly legal department meetings

Corporate governance related tasks - drafting meeting minutes, corporate resolutions

Negotiations with opposing counsel on potential settlement of claims and litigation

Letter drafting

Due diligence on acquisitions - real property reviews, title reviews, contract reviews and summaries of key points

Assistance in closing of acquisitions and divestitures including management of process and trackers