Spring 2027 Legal Externship – Washington, DC Regional Office

Earthjustice • Washington, DC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Earthjustice is the nation's leading environmental law organization, dedicated to protecting people's health, preserving natural places, advancing clean energy, and combating climate change through the power of law and partnership. The Washington, DC Regional Office is seeking a part-time legal extern for spring 2027. This externship is ideal for law students passionate about environmental justice and eligible to receive academic credit or fulfill a graduation requirement. The extern can work remotely within the U.S. or on a hybrid schedule from the Washington, DC office. The DC office handles regional issues in the mid-Atlantic states and national environmental litigation, focusing on air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, zero-emission transitions, water protection, energy efficiency, and community well-being.

Requirements

• Enrolled in law school as a 2L or 3L during spring 2027
• 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
• Interest in public interest law and social justice
• Must commit to 20 hours/week for 11 weeks

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of environmental and administrative law

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and briefs
• Conduct legal and factual research and draft memoranda
• Analyze caselaw, regulatory, and policy questions
• Assist in developing strategy and legal theories
• Gather evidence
• Attend client meetings and court proceedings

Benefits

• Unpaid, but must receive academic credit or fulfill a graduation requirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed