Law Clerk — Administrative & Environmental Law

US Nuclear Regulatory Commission; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission invites applications for a role within the Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel. Candidates must be current law students or graduates with JD/LL.M.

credentials and demonstrate top-tier law school performance. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills are essential for work in regulatory and environmental law. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and convey results clearly, with a track record in law review, moot

Qualifications

• Applicant must meet ABA-accredited law school standards.
• Resume should address specialized experience and ideal candidate criteria.
• A background in Administrative, Regulatory, and Environmental law is valued.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of the law with exceptional academic achievement.
• Research and analyze complex legal issues and communicate results orally and in writing.
• Show interest and experience in Administrative, Regulatory, and Environmental law within ASLB Panel work.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical reasoning

Clear communication

Education

J.D. degree by 2026–2027

LL.M. degree by 2026–2027

Top third of law school class

GPA 3.25/4.0 or higher

Job description

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission invites applications for a role within the Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel. Candidates must be current law students or graduates with JD/LL.M.

credentials and demonstrate top-tier law school performance. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills are essential for work in regulatory and environmental law. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and convey results clearly, with a track record in law review, moot