Teams at Environmental Law & Policy Center

Paid summer legal internship for rising third-year law students supporting environmental litigation, policy advocacy, legislative research, case strategy, drafting, grassroots work, and special projects. Interns gain exposure to energy, transportation, air and water quality, and conservation matters while working with attorneys, agencies, legislators, and community members. The position is based in Chicago and requires strong academic, writing, analytical, and environmental advocacy credentials.

Handles appellate litigation and federal regulatory advocacy on environmental, clean energy, climate, and natural-resource matters. Responsibilities include drafting appellate briefs, motions, pleadings, agency comments, declarations, and discovery or FOIA requests; conducting legal and factual research; coordinating experts; engaging clients and community partners; collaborating with communications staff; and supervising legal interns.

The Clean Energy Staff Attorney will litigate utility regulatory cases, develop advocacy strategies for clean energy, and mentor junior attorneys while ensuring equitable access to resources.