2027 Biodiversity Defense Clerkship
About the role
The Biodiversity Defense Program at Earthjustice fights to reshape our relationship with lands, water, and wildlife by addressing major drivers of nature's decline, including habitat destruction and wildlife exploitation. Our work applies Earthjustice's strategic, collaborative, and impactful approach to environmental protection to new issue areas and regions.
Responsibilities
- Draft pleadings and briefs
- Do legal research
- Develop strategy and legal theories
- Gather evidence
- Attend client meetings and court proceedings
Earthjustice's summer law clerk program offers additional opportunities, including seminars, interactions with other environmental groups, and a job interview workshop.
Compensation
The total stipend for the summer law clerkship is $1,382.00 per week, minus any external funding received, and includes a one-time stipend provided at the start of the clerkship. The program is designed to be 10 weeks long at full-time hours (37.5 hours/week).
How to Apply
- Candidates must be enrolled in a U.S. law school through fall 2027 and be available for ten weeks during summer 2027.
- Summer law clerks must work from the U.S. during their clerkship.
- To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and a recent legal writing sample via Jobvite by September 7, 2026.
- Finalists will be contacted for reference checks and may be asked to submit two references.
Resources
Additional information about the hiring process and tips for success can be found at this link. For any technical difficulties or accommodation requests, please contact us at [email protected].