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Law Internship - Legal Department

On-site in Barcelona·Added yesterday (last checked 22 Oct)

Veolia

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Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
Contract
Internship contract
Spanish
Fluent
Other languages
Catalan
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

We are looking for a person who meets the following requirements:

  • Student of a Bachelor's Degree in Law or a related university program.
  • Interest in Administrative Law, public procurement, and legal activity linked to the water sector and essential services.
  • Capacity for analysis, synthesis, and legal writing.
  • An organized, rigorous, proactive person with the ability to work in a team.
  • Good command of Catalan and Spanish, both oral and written.

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of English and proficiency in office tools will be valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Joining the Legal Department of Aigües de Barcelona in September 2027
  • Carrying out training internships in a leading professional and corporate environment.
  • Participating in diverse legal matters of interest to the entity's activity.
  • Having the guidance and supervision of experienced professionals.
  • Applying the knowledge acquired during your studies in a real and multidisciplinary context.
  • Grant: paid internship.

The role

At Aigües de Barcelona we are looking to incorporate a Law student for an internship to become part of our Legal Department, with an expected start date in September 2027.

The person who joins will support our legal team in the analysis and processing of various matters of an administrative and corporate nature, in a professional environment linked to the provision of an essential service for the citizenry.

What you'll do

As part of the training plan, you will participate in the following activities:

  • You will provide support in the processing, monitoring, and legal analysis of administrative procedures related to:
    • Public procurement.
    • Subsidies.
    • Patrimonial liability.
  • You will collaborate in the preparation of drafts for official letters, communications, claims, administrative appeals, and contentious-administrative appeals, as well as other supporting documentation.
  • You will support regulatory monitoring and the identification of legal developments applicable to the entity's activity, including regulatory projects and public consultation processes.
  • You will participate in the preparation of legal notes, executive summaries, and other supporting documentation for the Legal Department.
  • You will provide support in the legal analysis of issues related to transparency, patrimonial liability, and other procedures of a legal-administrative nature.
  • You will collaborate in the review, monitoring, and legal analysis of agreements, sponsorships, institutional collaborations, and matters linked to image rights.
  • You will participate in the preparation and delivery of presentations on legal content in team meetings, regarding monographic issues of interest to the Legal Department and the entity.

How you'll work

  • Workplace: Barcelona.
  • Modality: in-person internship.
  • Type of internship: curricular and/or extracurricular internships.
  • Schedule: will be established according to the student's availability, with the aim of facilitating compatibility with their studies.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Application

  2. Interview with HR

    With HR team

  3. Interview with your future manager

    With a future manager

    Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.

  4. Decision

  5. Onboarding

    Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded
1853
Employees
200,000–250,000
Headquarters
Paris, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website
veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
  • The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
  • The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
  • Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

As a leader in ecological transformation, at Veolia Group we offer solutions for the efficient management of water, waste, and energy activities, driving the sustainable development of cities, industries, and agriculture.

We work mainly in three major areas: water,  offering solutions in both urban and industrial management; waste ♻ transforming it into new resources, and energy improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industries, and cities.

Additional information

At Veolia Group, we know that professionals are the fundamental pillar of our corporate identity and our achievements. Therefore, we promote their integration through a firm commitment to equality between men and women, sharing our corporate culture, experience, and best practices.

What unites us as employees is the passion and excellence with which we work every day to protect the environment and ensure access to water. Together, we build a greener and more inclusive present.

If you want to be part of this team and take on this great challenge, don't hesitate to apply for this position!

As an inclusive company, Veolia Group is committed to diversity and values all applications without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and values all applications without discrimination.

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