Law Clerk - Summer 2026 Energy Justice

Core responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and writing, including preparing legal memos, assisting with brief writing, preparing filings, investigating new cases, and drafting official policy comments
• On occasion, opportunities to observe court arguments or attend agency hearings
• Complete other project work outside of the program as needed to meet changing organizational priorities
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

This role works on cutting-edge issues concerning the clean energy transition, combating utility and other industry obstacles to clean energy, and advancing transformative energy policies critical for the planet and species. Clerks will gain experience in environmental advocacy, particularly in the energy transition area, drawing on litigation, science, media, and grassroots organizing strategies to fight for the environment.

Required qualifications:

• Must be a 3L law student, or a student pursuing their LLM, to be eligible
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Passionate about protecting wildlife and their habitats
• Commitment to equity and justice
• Background or experience in natural resources, environmental, and/or administrative law preferred and scientific literacy preferred
• Creativity and motivation

For all temporary staff:

• 403(b) plan
• Paid sick days accrue at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
• Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code
• Hourly rate: $18.07

The Center for Biological Diversity is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that works to secure a future for all species through science, law, activism and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that humans, other species, and all communities need to survive and thrive.