About the role#
The Climate & Energy Department is seeking a legal intern to support the Power Division. This role reports to the Legal Director of Federal Climate. You will work on various projects, including active litigation challenging Clean Air Act rollbacks and other energy matters. This is a full-time, paid 10-week internship.
What you'll do#
- Participate in strategy discussions and administrative advocacy.
- Draft legal memoranda, sections of briefs, and comment letters.
- Interview standing declarants and research related legal issues.
- Collaborate with other litigation team interns.
- Join structured programming and learning opportunities within the legal community.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a JD or LLM program.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Initiative, proactiveness, and creativity.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to the mission, values, and DEI principles of the organization.
- Familiarity with Westlaw or comparable legal research tools.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Washington, DC.
- The role follows a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days per week in the office.
- The internship is a 35-hour per week commitment.
- Candidates must be available for one of two sessions: May 24, 2027 to July 30, 2027, or June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027.
About Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
The Natural Resources Defense Council is a nonprofit organization focused on environmental law and policy. Founded in 1970, the group works on issues including global warming, ocean ecosystems, and wildlife preservation. It employs scientists, lawyers, and policy experts across offices in cities like New York, Washington, and Beijing. The organization maintains a staff of 501 to 1,000 people.
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