About Fervo Energy

Fervo Energy (NASDAQ: FRVO) is a modern power company developing next-generation geothermal resources to meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable, 24/7 carbon-free energy. Our mission is to transform geothermal into America’s most dependable and affordable source of clean, around-the-clock power. By combining innovations in horizontal drilling, fiber-optic sensing, and advanced reservoir engineering, Fervo has developed a repeatable approach to building utility-scale enhanced geothermal systems. Our flagship Cape Station development in Utah is planned to deliver 500 MW of firm, carbon-free power, and we are advancing a development pipeline of more than 50 GW. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, geoscientists, operators, project builders, and business leaders working to make geothermal a cornerstone of a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future.

Internship Overview

You won't be running coffee orders or shuffling paperwork this summer. At Fervo, interns are handed something real: a project of your own, scoped with your manager on day one and yours to drive for the full 12 weeks. You'll work side-by-side with the teams building the next generation of geothermal energy, tackling problems that genuinely move the business forward. At the end of the summer, you'll present your work to our executive leadership team, department leads, and fellow interns, sharing real results with a real audience. This is a real seat at the table — and a real shot at what comes next.

Position Description

As a Legal Intern at Fervo Energy, you’ll be a hands-on contributor to a small, high-performing legal team at the forefront of the clean energy transition. You’ll partner directly with attorneys and cross-functional teams, gaining real-world experience with the legal and regulatory issues that shape geothermal development. This role offers a unique opportunity to dive into cutting-edge questions in energy law, support meaningful projects, and help accelerate the deployment of next-generation clean energy solutions.

You will report to Pilar Hastings, Legal Associate General Counsel. This is a Legal team internship based in Houston, TX, running for 12 weeks in Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research on regulatory regimes, environmental policy, and project finance structures

Draft, review, and organize contracts, memoranda, and other legal documents

Support compliance programs and help track evolving legal requirements

Contribute to improving internal processes, developing templates, and strengthening legal workflows

Collaborate with teams across the company to help address legal issues related to development, operations, and corporate initiatives

Qualifications

Required

Currently a 1L or 2L student at an ABA-accredited law school

3.5 GPA or higher

Demonstrated interest in renewable energy, environmental law, energy policy, or corporate law

Strong research, writing, and communication abilities

Exceptional attention to detail and comfort managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Application requirements - Please read

Please submit the following with your application. Applicants failing to submit all 3 will be removed from consideration.

Resume

Unofficial University Transcript

Writing Sample

Location

Fervo Energy has offices in Houston, TX, Golden, CO, Reno, NV, Oakland, CA, and Salt Lake City, UT. This position will be eligible for some hybrid work flexibility, but regular in-office presence in Houston will be required.

Benefits & Perks

Fervo offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible employees include:
Medical, dental, and vision plan options
Employer-paid basic life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
A 401(k) plan with up to 6% match
Flexible paid time off and paid parental leave
Family-building, fertility, hormonal health, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting support through Carrot