Spring 2027 Legal Internship (US)
About The Position
The Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) is a nonprofit organization focused on human rights and the environment. CIEL employs attorneys, campaigners, researchers, and communicators who lead international strategies to protect the environment. Their work often explores new developments in international environmental law and human rights, including connections to international investment and trade law. The legal internship program provides law students with an opportunity to develop skills in international environmental law and use legal strategies to safeguard human rights and the environment. Interns learn from and are supervised by experienced staff and attorneys, gaining insight into innovative legal developments through research and analysis. This internship is crucial to CIEL's mission of cultivating future environmental leaders and lawyers through practical, real-world training.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in a course of study leading to a postgraduate law degree (JD, LLM) or similar professional qualification for the duration of the internship.
- Must possess some experience with international environmental or human rights law, either through graduate-level courses or work experience.
- Must be willing to make a ten-week commitment of 15 hours/week.
- Must be physically residing in the United States to undertake the internship.
- For non-US citizens, must be a currently enrolled student in the US and undertake the internship as part of a university-sponsored student visa.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent research and writing skills.
- Strong dedication to public interest law.
Responsibilities
- Researching and writing about domestic and international law, including environmental and human rights law, international investment law, and international trade law and policy.
- Assisting with policy analysis and advocacy.
- Attending meetings and conferences.
- Assisting with the production of CIEL publications, legal opinions, and legal briefs.
- Supporting the preparation of amicus curiae before international tribunals.
- Working closely with CIEL staff on various projects.
Benefits
- A monthly stipend of $2,600 for a full-time internship in Washington, DC (prorated for part-time).
- Stipends are intended to make the internship more accessible and are not considered compensation or employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
