LEGAL & COMPLIANCE INTERN - 1 POSITION @ EMPOWER
The EACOP project, in partnership with Empower, is offering a Legal & Compliance Internship for 2026 in Tanzania. EACOP represents a transformative 1,443 km pipeline spanning the East African landscape, necessitating rigorous legal and regulatory oversight. This internship program aims to develop the professional skills of law students by providing practical experience in a corporate legal environment. Interns will be exposed to international standards and regional legal frameworks governing the energy sector during their three-month tenure.
The Legal & Compliance Intern will support legal research and the preparation of legal documentation. Responsibilities include assisting in contract review, monitoring compliance with local and international laws, and participating in regulatory and policy analysis. The intern will help ensure that all project activities adhere to both legal requirements and internal company standards. This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring legal professionals to work on complex regulatory issues related to the pipeline's operations in Tanzania and Tanga.
The Legal & Compliance Intern will support legal research and the preparation of legal documentation. Responsibilities include assisting in contract review, monitoring compliance with local and international laws, and participating in regulatory and policy analysis. The intern will help ensure that all project activities adhere to both legal requirements and internal company standards. This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring legal professionals to work on complex regulatory issues related to the pipeline's operations in Tanzania and Tanga.
Key Requirements
Currently enrolled in a recognized university
Provide an official university letter for internship application
Hold and present a valid student identification card
Demonstrate strong academic performance with a minimum upper second class
Available full-time for the duration from July to September 2026
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Show strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
Possess high-level analytical and diagnostic skills
Submit a well-written application including a CV and Cover Letter
Pursuing a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or related legal studies