Environmental Law Intern: Policy & Litigation (Summer 2027)

environmentallawpolicycenter; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) in Chicago seeks rising 3L law student interns for Summer 2027 to support ELPC’s state and federal litigation and policy work across the Midwest. Interns will work with ELPC attorneys and staff on policy, legislative and litigation activities.

Interns will gain broad exposure to energy and transportation policy, air and water quality, and protection of special places, with paid compensation of $25 per hour for 400 hours.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in law school with a strong academic record.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills and a demonstrated commitment to public interest and environmental advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Work with ELPC attorneys on policy, legislative and advocacy issues and litigation.
• Conduct legal and legislative research, support litigation, draft legislation and policies.
• Attend meetings with agencies, legislators and stakeholders and participate in depositions and litigation activities.
• Gain broad exposure to environmental litigation and policy work in the Midwest.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Policy analysis

Public interest

Education

3L law student

Job description

The Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC) in Chicago seeks rising 3L law student interns for Summer 2027 to support ELPC’s state and federal litigation and policy work across the Midwest. Interns will work with ELPC attorneys and staff on policy, legislative and litigation activities.

Interns will gain broad exposure to energy and transportation policy, air and water quality, and protection of special places, with paid compensation of $25 per hour for 400 hours.