Paid Summer Law Intern – Environmental Justice & Policy

Earth Day; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

The Southern Environmental Law Center is now accepting applications for 2L Summer Legal Interns, a paid opportunity for second-year law students for the summer of 2027. Applications are due by October 14, 2026.

SELC’s internship program offers second-year law students a unique opportunity to join a highly successful, nationally recognized organization that addresses critical environmental challenges such as climate change, environmental justice, clean energy, and protection of air, water, and

Qualifications

• Second-year law student pursuing a JD.
• Legal research and writing experience desirable.
• Interest in environmental law and policy while in law school.

Responsibilities

• Research and writing related to litigation and environmental advocacy.
• Participating in hearings, strategy sessions, client meetings, site visits, and depositions.
• Engaging in environmental policy discussions with government officials and community groups.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Education

2L law student

Job description

The Southern Environmental Law Center is now accepting applications for 2L Summer Legal Interns, a paid opportunity for second-year law students for the summer of 2027. Applications are due by October 14, 2026.

SELC’s internship program offers second-year law students a unique opportunity to join a highly successful, nationally recognized organization that addresses critical environmental challenges such as climate change, environmental justice, clean energy, and protection of air, water, and