We are currently accepting applications for full- or part-time legal externs for the fall or spring semester. We will typically choose externs one month prior to the start of the applicable semester. Applicants should indicate on their cover letter if they need a decision by a certain date.

The California Regional office has undertaken campaigns to protect lands and wildlife, improve air and water quality, promote clean energy and transportation policies, and ensure that all state residents are protected from toxic substances.  The San Francisco office currently has work focusing on clean energy, air quality, crude transport and oil and gas development, pesticide and other toxic exposure issues, water supply and quality, and impacts to imperiled fish and wildlife species.  Our attorneys bring a mix of lawsuits under federal environmental laws such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Endangered Species Act, as well as California statutes like the California Environmental Quality Act, to protect the environment and promote healthy communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with attorneys on case development and litigation.
• Under the supervision of an attorney, perform legal and factual research, and develop case strategy and legal theories.
• Assist attorneys with preparing briefs and motions and meet with clients and experts.
• Participate in moots of oral arguments, and attend court proceedings and conferences with opposing counsel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in law school.
• Commitment of at least 16 hours a week.
• Interest in environmental protection or environmental justice is a plus.

Externs are unpaid, but can be awarded course credit for work with Earthjustice. TO APPLY: 

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, copy of law school transcripts, writing sample (no more than 10 pages), and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three legal references. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.

Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information,  or any other factor that is not related to the position.