Earthjustice

Legal Externship - Biodiversity Defense Program

Earthjustice

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

Spring

About the role

  • Under the supervision of an attorney, the legal extern will contribute legal research and writing related to new and ongoing cases for the Biodiversity Defense Program

Requirements

  • Enrolled in law school as a 2L or 3L during spring 2026
  • Must be eligible to receive academic credit or fulfill a graduation requirement through this externship
  • Excellent writing, research, analytical and organizational skills
  • Familiarity with legal research tools, including Westlaw
  • Strong work ethic, initiative, and ability to think creatively
  • Ability to work collegially with others and independently
  • Knowledge of environmental and administrative law is a plus
  • Interest in public interest law and social justice
  • If full-time, must commit to 37.5 hours per week. If part-time, must commit to at least 12 hours per week