2027 Florida Regional Clerkship
About us
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; preserve magnificent places and wildlife; advance clean energy; and combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups and supporters to take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country.
Responsibilities
- Work with several attorneys on case development and litigation strategy
- Draft pleadings and briefs
- Do legal research
- Develop strategy and legal theories
- Gather evidence
- Attend client meetings and court proceedings
Compensation
Earthjustice summer law clerkships are paid positions. The total stipend amount will be dependent on any external funding a student secures, such as through their law school’s summer funding program. Earthjustice will provide a one-time stipend at the start of the clerkship in the amount of $1,382.00 per week, minus the total amount received from any other sources and applicable taxes. The summer law clerkship 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 (i.e., not graduating before December 2027) and be available to commit ten weeks during summer 2027.
- Summer law clerks must work from the U.S. during their clerkship.
- Interested candidates should submit their complete application via Jobvite by September 7, 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Candidates may submit applications to whichever and however many litigation teams they are interested.
- Finalists will be asked to submit two references; these may be law school faculty or legal professional, clinical, or volunteer supervisors.
Resources
Additional information about our hiring process and tips for success can be found at https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process.