About the role#
The Northeast Regional Office is looking for two part-time legal externs for the winter 2027 term. This position is unpaid and requires you to receive academic credit or fulfill a graduation requirement through your law school. You will work 10-20 hours per week for a duration of 12-16 weeks.
What you'll do#
Working under the supervision of a licensed attorney, you will assist with ongoing cases. Your responsibilities include:
- Conducting legal research to support case development.
- Participating in case team meetings.
- Observing strategy sessions and decision-making processes.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a 2L or 3L student in a law school during spring 2027.
- Eligibility to receive academic credit or fulfill a graduation requirement.
- Strong writing, research, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with legal research tools like Westlaw.
- Ability to work both independently and collegially.
- Knowledge of environmental and administrative law is a plus.
Location & details#
This role is hybrid, based in the New York, NY office. Candidates may also work remotely within the United States.
About Earthjustice
Earthjustice is a nonprofit public interest law organization established in 1971. It focuses on environmental law to protect natural resources and wildlife. The organization maintains its headquarters in San Francisco and employs 720 people across various offices in the United States. Its work involves litigation to hold entities accountable for environmental impacts.
How to get in at Earthjustice
Applying early to Earthjustice gives you a significant advantage because recruiters often review applications as they arrive. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first before the pile grows. This helps you avoid getting lost in the shuffle of a high volume of applicants. You can reach out directly to the recruiters behind the company roles to ask about the position or a referral, which materially improves your response rates. Intern Insider surfaces these contacts for you, allowing you to bypass the standard queue and connect with the people who make hiring decisions at Earthjustice.
