Environmental Law Summer Intern — Midwest Policy & Litigation

Environmental Law & Policy Center Of The Midwest Inc; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 11,365,000 - 16,187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

The Environmental Law & Policy Center in Chicago is seeking rising 3L law students for Summer 2027 internships to support Midwest environmental litigation and policy work. You will gain hands-on experience across energy, air and water quality, and conservation projects, with supervision from ELPC attorneys and opportunities to engage with agencies and legislators.

This paid internship requires strong academics, writing and analytical skills, and a commitment to public interest law and

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in law school and possess a strong academic record.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated interest in public interest and environmental advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Work with ELPC attorneys on policy, legislative and litigation issues.
• Conduct legal and legislative research; support litigation activities.
• Draft memos, briefs, and legislative documents; assist in special projects.
• Attend meetings with agencies, legislators and stakeholders; participate in depositions.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Public interest advocacy

Education

3L law student

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

The Environmental Law & Policy Center in Chicago is seeking rising 3L law students for Summer 2027 internships to support Midwest environmental litigation and policy work. You will gain hands-on experience across energy, air and water quality, and conservation projects, with supervision from ELPC attorneys and opportunities to engage with agencies and legislators.

This paid internship requires strong academics, writing and analytical skills, and a commitment to public interest law and