Spring 2027 Legal Internship – Office of General Counsel

About the role

Earthjustice’s Office of General Counsel is seeking one part‑time legal intern for spring 2027. The intern will support the office’s work providing risk mitigation, management, and compliance advice across corporate governance, contracts, conflicts, legal ethics, privacy, data management, corporate risk management, international compliance, lobbying, SLAPP suits, and human resources. The position is paid, and the successful candidate may work remotely within the United States or on a hybrid schedule from the San Francisco, CA or Washington, DC office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with compliance matters, contract review, and litigation support under the supervision of a licensed attorney.
• Conduct legal research using tools such as Westlaw.
• Draft and edit memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Collaborate with internal clients to develop cross‑cutting strategies that minimize organizational risk.
• Support collaboration with partner nonprofit organizations on sector‑wide issues.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in law school as a 2L or 3L during spring 2027.
• Excellent writing, research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with legal research tools, including Westlaw.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and creative thinking.
• Ability to work collegially with others and independently.
• Knowledge of environmental and administrative law is a plus.
• Interest in public interest law and social justice.
• Commitment to at least 15 hours/week for 12 weeks.

Compensation

Interns receive a taxable hourly rate of $36.86 for the spring 2027 term.

Application Process

• Submit all materials by Friday, September 18 at 5:00 pm PT via Jobvite.
• Required documents:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter (one page) addressing:
    • Why you want to work with the Office of General Counsel and any additional personal information not evident in the resume
    • Estimated weekly hours you can work
    • Any relevant deadlines or requirements affecting your ability to accept an offer
  • Recent writing sample (legal brief or memorandum, ≤10 pages) with a cover page disclosing edits, feedback, and AI usage.
  • Official or unofficial law school transcript.
• Finalists will be asked to provide two references (law professors or legal supervisors).
• Applications will be reviewed beginning September 21, with offers extended no later than November 13.