2027 Oceans Clerkship

About the role

Oceans Program at Earthjustice works on protecting oceans and wildlife from threats like overfishing, oil and gas drilling, and habitat degradation. The team comprises 10 full-time attorneys, a litigation paralegal, and a litigation assistant. They litigate cases in federal court and advocate for ocean resources both domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Work on a mix of international and domestic ocean matters under the guidance of experienced attorneys.
• Draft pleadings and briefs, conduct legal research, develop litigation strategies, gather evidence, and attend client meetings and court proceedings.
• Participate in various programmatic offerings including seminars, interactions with other environmental groups, and job interview workshops.

Compensation

The total stipend for the summer law clerkship is $1,382.00 per week, minus any external funding received, and subject to taxes. The clerkship is 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 a 10-week commitment during summer 2027.
• Summer law clerks must work from the U.S.
• Submit a resume, cover letter addressing mission alignment and specific interests, and a legal writing sample of up to 10 pages via Jobvite by September 7, 2026.
• Finalists will be contacted for reference checks and additional materials.

Resources

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