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Summer Associate roles at law firms, consulting groups, and financial institutions regularly sponsor H-1B visas, but timing matters: most programs run 10 to 12 weeks, and H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed for employment starting October 1. Understanding how your summer converts to a full-time offer shapes your H-1B strategy.
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Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.
Overview
The Legal team provides support to each facet of the Cypress Creek Renewables, LLC organization, with competencies ranging from M&A, complex financings, development, procurement, real estate, construction and general corporate governance. The internship will provide exposure to a wide variety of legal work by affording the candidate the opportunity to both work closely with the company’s attorneys in their day-to-day activities and work independently on long-term assignments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Support attorneys across a broad range of legal functions spanning transactional, real estate, and contract work
- Draft ancillary documents and provide general transactional support on M&A and financing transactions
- Partner with EPC and O&M teams on contract support and related legal matters
- Work cross-functionally with project development, structured finance, and operations teams to support deal execution and project progression
- Perform diligence-related tasks
- Perform research assignments
- Organize in-house knowledge resources
Qualifications
- Current 1st or 2nd year law school student
- Demonstrated interest in renewables sector
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills - both written and oral
- Creative problem-solving
- Highly organized and punctual
- Strong self-starter who is a team player and can work independently
Timing: The position will be available for a 12-week period from May to August. The candidate will be expected to work 40 hours a week.
Locations: The preferred location for this role is one of our offices. We have offices in Durham, NC; NYC; Asheville, NC. Additionally, we are on a hybrid schedule 3/week.
Compensation: The hourly rate for our undergraduate internships is $32/hr. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.
A note to Recruiting Agencies: Cypress Creek Renewables Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of CCR and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.
Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Please be aware of recruiting scams—official communications will only come from @ccrenew.com, we will never request personal or financial information, and any suspicious activity should be reported to HR@ccrenew.com.
The Company
Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.
Overview
The Legal team provides support to each facet of the Cypress Creek Renewables, LLC organization, with competencies ranging from M&A, complex financings, development, procurement, real estate, construction and general corporate governance. The internship will provide exposure to a wide variety of legal work by affording the candidate the opportunity to both work closely with the company’s attorneys in their day-to-day activities and work independently on long-term assignments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Support attorneys across a broad range of legal functions spanning transactional, real estate, and contract work
- Draft ancillary documents and provide general transactional support on M&A and financing transactions
- Partner with EPC and O&M teams on contract support and related legal matters
- Work cross-functionally with project development, structured finance, and operations teams to support deal execution and project progression
- Perform diligence-related tasks
- Perform research assignments
- Organize in-house knowledge resources
Qualifications
- Current 1st or 2nd year law school student
- Demonstrated interest in renewables sector
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills - both written and oral
- Creative problem-solving
- Highly organized and punctual
- Strong self-starter who is a team player and can work independently
Timing: The position will be available for a 12-week period from May to August. The candidate will be expected to work 40 hours a week.
Locations: The preferred location for this role is one of our offices. We have offices in Durham, NC; NYC; Asheville, NC. Additionally, we are on a hybrid schedule 3/week.
Compensation: The hourly rate for our undergraduate internships is $32/hr. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.
A note to Recruiting Agencies: Cypress Creek Renewables Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of CCR and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.
Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Please be aware of recruiting scams—official communications will only come from @ccrenew.com, we will never request personal or financial information, and any suspicious activity should be reported to HR@ccrenew.com.
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Verify your SOC code before applying
Summer Associate roles span law, finance, and consulting, each mapped to a different Standard Occupational Classification code. Pull the O*NET profile for your target role to confirm it meets the specialty occupation definition USCIS requires before you apply.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment
If your OPT runs through your summer program, your employer must be E-Verify enrolled to extend your STEM OPT. Check E-Verify enrollment status before accepting an offer, not after, so you don't lose authorization mid-program.
Map your timeline to the H-1B cap window
H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start. If your Summer Associate program converts to a full-time offer in August, your employer has a narrow window to file. Confirm the firm's H-1B filing calendar during the offer stage.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Summer Associate postings by employers with active H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history. This surfaces firms that have sponsored roles in your target practice area, so you're not guessing who will file.
Request the prevailing wage level at offer
Ask your recruiting contact which DOL wage level the LCA will use. Summer Associates are frequently slotted at Level I or II. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check whether the offered rate meets the prevailing wage for your metro area and SOC code.
Clarify cap-exempt status for academic employers
Summer Associates at universities, teaching hospitals, or affiliated nonprofits may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship, which bypasses the lottery entirely. Ask USCIS's cap-exempt criteria to your recruiter if your placement has an academic or research component.
H-1B Visa Summer Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Summer Associate role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, if the position meets the specialty occupation standard, meaning it requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Most Summer Associate roles in law, finance, and management consulting qualify. The employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and then a petition with USCIS before your employment start date.
What happens to my H-1B if my Summer Associate offer converts to full-time?
Your employer must file a new H-1B petition for the full-time role, even if you worked there as a Summer Associate. The summer internship does not carry over as H-1B authorization. If you're on OPT during the summer, cap-gap protection may bridge your status if registration is selected and the petition is pending on October 1.
Do all law firms and consulting firms sponsor H-1B visas for Summer Associates?
Not all firms have a standing policy to sponsor, and some only sponsor after a full-time offer is extended. Sponsorship practice varies by firm size, practice group, and whether the role requires specific technical credentials. Use Migrate Mate to identify firms with documented H-1B LCA filing history for roles matching your background before you apply.
Is a Summer Associate position cap-exempt from the H-1B lottery?
Only if the employer qualifies as cap-exempt, such as a university, nonprofit research organization, or government research entity. Most private law firms, banks, and consulting firms are cap-subject, meaning your petition must be selected in the annual lottery. Cap-exempt employers can file year-round without lottery participation, which is worth asking about during recruiting.
How long before my Summer Associate start date does the H-1B petition need to be filed?
For cap-subject petitions, USCIS only accepts filings up to six months before the requested start date of October 1, so the earliest filing window opens April 1. For cap-exempt employers, there's no fixed window, but earlier filing reduces risk. USCIS standard processing currently runs several months, so premium processing is common when timing is tight.